Smart cloth and app aim to ease dementia caregiving
NCT ID NCT05476809
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested an upgraded smart cloth system that people with dementia wear 24/7 to monitor activity, falls, and nighttime restlessness. The system sends alerts and weekly summaries to family caregivers through an app. The goal was to see if it helps caregivers feel more prepared and reduces fall risk.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
smart-cloth assisted home nursing (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If successful, this system could help family caregivers feel more prepared and reduce falls in people with dementia.
What could go wrong
This was a small, completed trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The smart cloth may be uncomfortable or not work for all.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan
Taoyuan, Taiwan
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New Taipei Tucheng hospital
New Taipei City, 236017, Taiwan