Eye workouts for better sleep? study tests simple exercise program in nursing homes

NCT ID NCT07261124

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a structured eye exercise program can improve sleep quality in older adults (65+) living in a nursing home. Participants will do eye exercises three times a week for four weeks, guided by a researcher. The goal is to see if these exercises lead to better sleep and healthier sleep habits.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

oculomotor exercise program

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve sleep quality in older adults living in nursing homes.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 68 participants. The exercises may not improve sleep for everyone, and results may not apply to older adults outside nursing homes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

insomnia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • A Nursing home facility in Istanbul

    Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••