Sound sleep: new device aims to boost brain health with targeted tones
NCT ID NCT06669546
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a portable device that plays soft sounds during deep sleep to improve memory and slow cognitive decline in older adults. Sixty participants aged 60-85 with mild memory problems will use the device at home for two 4-week periods. The goal is to see if enhancing slow-wave sleep can protect the brain and reduce dementia risk.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Phase-locked auditory stimulation (PLAS) via the SleepLoop device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to an affordable, home-use treatment that helps maintain brain health and slows memory loss in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 60 participants, and it tests a device over a short period. The real-world benefits may be small or not last long.
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University Hospital of Old Age Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Bern
RECRUITINGBern, 3000 60, Switzerland
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