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Effects of Snoezelen Multisensory Therapy on Older Adults With Dementia
Sponsor: University of Primorska
Summary
This randomized, controlled, longitudinal clinical trial investigates the effects of Snoezelen Multisensory Therapy (SMT) as an adjunct to standard therapy (ST) in older adults with dementia. Sixty participants with mild to moderate cognitive impairment and behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) will be recruited from the Center for Older Adults Lucija (Slovenia). Participants will be randomized into two groups: control (ST) and experimental (ST + SMT). SMT will be administered 3 times per week for 12 weeks. Primary outcomes include changes in agitation (CMAI), depression (CSDD), anxiety (HADS), physiological indicators (heart rate, HR variability, SpO2, skin conductance, salivary cortisol), and frequency of psychiatric medication use. Subjective well-being will also be tracked before and after each session.
Official title: Randomized Controlled Trial on the Effects of Snoezelen Multisensory Therapy on Behavioral, Psychological, and Physiological Symptoms in Older Adults With Dementia
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
65 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2023-08-01
Completion Date
2024-08-01
Last Updated
2026-06-18
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Snoezelen Multisensory Therapy
A non-pharmacological, individualized sensory stimulation therapy delivered in a Snoezelen-designed multisensory environment. Sessions include visual, auditory, tactile, and olfactory stimuli tailored to the participant's sensory profile and preferences. The intervention is delivered individually for 30 minutes, three times per week, over a 12-week period and is intended to reduce behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia and improve well-being.
Standard Therapy
Standard therapy refers to routine care provided in the residential care setting and includes cognitive stimulation activities, group social interactions, occupational therapy, physical therapy, creative activities (e.g., art and music sessions), reminiscence therapy, and relaxation practices. These interventions are delivered by trained staff as part of the regular care program. No Snoezelen Multisensory Therapy or other multisensory stimulation interventions are provided as part of standard therapy.
Locations (1)
Center for Older Adults Lucija
Portorož, Slovenia