Examining the Feasibility of Implementation, Patterns of Association, and Outcomes in HRV Biofeedback (HRVB) Intervention and Music Listening Control (MLC) on Alzheimer's Disease (AD) Family Caregivers (FCGs) Public Title: Caring Relationship Expression Study
(CARES Trial)
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial excludes participants who are on medications that interfere with heart rate variability, so you may need to stop taking such medications to participate.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Heart Focused Breathing, Music Listening Control (MLC)?
Research shows that controlled breathing can improve heart rate variability (the variation in time between heartbeats) and lower blood pressure, which may help people with heart conditions. Additionally, breathing training has been found to reduce anxiety and breathing difficulties in patients with heart failure.12345
Is Heart Focused Breathing safe for humans?
How does Heart Focused Breathing differ from other treatments for heart conditions?
Heart Focused Breathing is unique because it involves controlled breathing techniques that can influence heart rate and autonomic nervous system activity, unlike traditional treatments that may rely on medication. This method can increase sympathetic stimulation of the heart, potentially offering therapeutic benefits by altering heart rate variability and autonomic tone.1112131415
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a program where caregivers of Alzheimer's patients learn techniques to reduce stress. The goal is to see if this method is practical and if it helps improve their well-being.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo an 8-week heart rate variability biofeedback (HRVB) intervention or music listening control (MLC)
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in caregiver burden, stress, resilience, anxiety, self-compassion, and relationship quality
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Heart Focused Breathing
- Music Listening Control (MLC)
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Arizona State University
Lead Sponsor