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A Study Of Phototherapy In Patients With Dementia To Improve BPSD
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic
Summary
The purpose of this research is to determine whether the use of phototherapy can help reduce behavioral and psychological symptoms, including agitation in people with dementia.
Official title: Implementation Of Phototherapy In Patients With Dementia To Improve BPSD: A Pilot Study.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
70
Start Date
2026-06-01
Completion Date
2026-12-31
Last Updated
2026-03-23
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Phototherapy
Bright light therapy will be provided via the Verilux HappyLight. The unit will be placed on a mobile bedside table, at eye level, 60 cm from the patient. Patients will receive phototherapy in 60 minute sessions, 3 times daily for 5 days.
Locations (1)
Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, United States