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Simple new test could catch confusion in hip fracture seniors
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a Thai-language version of a simple tool called DDT-Pro to diagnose delirium in older adults with hip fractures. Delirium is a common complication that causes sudden confusion. The tool is designed to be used without special training. Researchers compared it to …
Matched conditions: OLD AGE
Sponsor: Mahidol University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:48 UTC
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VR time machine boosts memory and mood in nursing home elders
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a virtual reality game called 'Memo-gration' designed to help older adults in nursing homes recall memories. 36 seniors with no major memory or vision problems played the game, which featured a vintage Chinese setting. Researchers measured changes in mood and me…
Matched conditions: OLD AGE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhu Dian • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:50 UTC
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Head-Down tilt may keep blood pressure stable in elderly surgery patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether placing elderly patients in a slight head-down position (Trendelenburg) during the start of anesthesia can prevent dangerously low blood pressure. Researchers compared this position to lying flat in 168 patients aged 65-90 undergoing abdominal surgery. T…
Matched conditions: OLD AGE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhejiang Cancer Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:40 UTC
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Hidden danger: study reveals how often low blood sugar strikes elderly diabetics in nursing homes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how often low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) happens in elderly diabetic patients living in nursing homes. Researchers used continuous glucose monitors to track blood sugar levels in 29 participants over 60 years old. The goal was to find out how common these eve…
Matched conditions: OLD AGE
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:47 UTC
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Care home falls: new model Co-Designed by residents and staff
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study brought together care home residents, staff, and healthcare experts to create a practical plan for preventing falls. Over 18 months, 31 participants worked in workshops to design a model and a way to measure its success. The goal is to make falls management easier and …
Matched conditions: OLD AGE
Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 16, 2026 23:46 UTC
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Brain protein may predict anesthesia response in seniors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 128 older adults (60+) having knee replacement surgery to see if a protein called neurofilament light chain (NFL) in the blood is linked to how sensitive they are to the sedative remazolam. Researchers measured time to lose consciousness, awakening time, and …
Matched conditions: OLD AGE
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Can a screen on the wall get hospitalized seniors walking?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to see if showing hospital staff a real-time screen of their older patients' physical activity levels would change how staff think about and encourage movement. Researchers measured the daily steps and activity of 100 hospitalized adults aged 65+ before and after…
Matched conditions: OLD AGE
Sponsor: Copenhagen University Hospital, Hvidovre • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 09, 2026 19:33 UTC