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NCT07234357
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Sensory Enrichment Using Aromatherapy for Neurobehavioral and Psychological Symptoms in Early Dementia

Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore

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Summary

To determine if diffusion aromatherapy exposure to an essential oil blend can potentially improve mild cognitive impairment/mild dementia symptoms and relieve caregiver stress. This study also allows us to gauge the willingness of elderly patients in complying with long-term aromatherapy treatments.

Official title: Sensory Enrichment Using Aromatherapy for Neurobehavioral and Psychological Symptoms in Early Dementia (SENSE)

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

50 Years - 99 Years

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

200

Start Date

2025-11

Completion Date

2026-11

Last Updated

2025-11-18

Healthy Volunteers

No

Interventions

OTHER

No Intervention

Participants randomised to the control group will only complete the behavioural and caregiver assessments.

OTHER

Aromatherapy

Besides being given assessments mentioned in the control group, participants randomised to the intervention group will be provided with a diffuser, the first batch of the AAPE oil blend (patient to choose 1 out of the 2 blends), and detailed instructions on aromatherapy use. They will be instructed to diffuse 1-2 drops of the oil for 30 minutes in the morning and before bedtime (minimally 5 minutes), inhaling and relaxing during these sessions. An Aromatherapy Diary will be provided to track daily compliance, record adverse events, and document the number of minutes used each night.

Locations (2)

National Cancer Centre Singapore

Singapore, Singapore

Sengkang General Hospital

Singapore, Singapore