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Sensory Stimulation for Alzheimer's Disease (Hope Trial)
Hope Trial Summary
This trial tests a daily sensory stimulation system to help improve daily activities in people with Alzheimer's. 345 people will be studied for 12 months. Effects will be measured using ADCS-ADL and MMSE tests.
Hope Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowExclusion Criteria
You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:Hope Trial Timeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Hope Trial Design
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Logistics
Travel, including flights, are covered
Your expenses for travel tickets for this trial will be reimbursed.
Who is running the clinical trial?
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- Your MMSE score is between 15 and 26.I can name someone legally allowed to make decisions for me.I can see light and hear sounds.I am between 50 and 85 years old.I have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.My chronic conditions have been stable for at least 30 days.I have someone who can come with me to clinic visits and talk about my symptoms.You have completed at least 8 years of formal education.I am either not able to have children, or I am willing to use birth control.I can move around on my own or with help from a cane or walker.
- Group 1: Active
- Group 2: Control
- Screening: It may take up to 42 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: You will receive the treatment for 365 null
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 28 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ideal demographic for participation in this experiment?
"This medical trial is open to 345 individuals between 50 and 85 years of age who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Furthermore, they must be able to pass the Mini-Mental State Exam (MMSE) 15-26, demonstrate non-childbearing potential if biologically female or abstain from sexual activity if male with a childbearing partner; possess formal education of 8+ years; show adequate vision and hearing capacity; display mobility capability for compliance with testing procedures (e.g., ambulatory or aided-ambulatory); exhibit stable chronic conditions in the last 30 days; identify an appropriate Legally Authorized Representative (LAR),"
Is recruitment for this research endeavor still ongoing?
"As indicated by clinicaltrials.gov, this investigation is not presently looking for participants. Posted on December 1st of 2022 and recently modified on the same day, it does not appear that any new applicants are being accepted at this time; however, 1207 other trials are recruiting patients now."
What are the aims of this investigative research?
"The primary target of this clinical trial, monitored over the duration of a 12-month period, is to assess and evaluate changes in Alzheimer's disease Cooperative Study - Activities of Daily Living (ADCS-ADL). Secondary objectives include tracking modifications from Baseline in Hippocampal volume through 3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Clinical Dementia Rating- Sum of Boxes (CDR-SB) for global symptom change, and Mini Mental State Exam (MMSE) for cognitive progression."
Is this research study allowing individuals of advanced age to take part?
"This trial's enrollment requirements state that the minimum age for participants is 50, while the highest allowable age is 85."
How many locales are currently running this clinical experiment?
"At this time, 10 clinical trial sites across the country are seeking patients for participation. These locations include Brooklyn, Stuart and Winter Park as well as seven other areas; selecting a clinic closest to you can reduce your travel needs if you choose to join the study."
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How responsive is this trial?
Average response time
- < 2 Days
Most responsive sites:
- Neurology Center of North Orange County: < 48 hours
- TRS Health: < 48 hours
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