Elderly

This study looked at whether adding dexmedetomidine to standard morphine pain relief after cancer surgery helps elderly patients (65-90 years) live longer. 1,500 participants were randomly assigned to receive either morphine alone or morphine plus dexmedetomidine for three days a…

This study looks at two ways to help older adults who are losing mobility: reablement (personalized daily activities) and standard exercise. About 80 seniors from day care centers will take part. The goal is to see which approach better improves movement, reduces fear of falling,…

This study is testing whether laughter therapy can improve breathing and reduce pain in people aged 60 and older. 64 participants will attend weekly 45-50 minute sessions that include warm-up, breathing, and laughter exercises, plus meditation. Researchers will measure lung funct…

This study tests a specially designed garment for elderly dementia patients who have incontinence and often remove their protective pads. The goal is to see if a more dignified, comfortable garment can improve satisfaction for patients and caregivers. Forty participants will be r…

This completed study looked at nearly 7,000 older adults (65+) with low kidney function who started taking the antidepressant sertraline. Researchers compared the safety of a 50 mg daily dose versus a 25 mg daily dose, tracking hospital visits, emergency department visits, or dea…

This study looked at over 7,000 older adults (65+) with reduced kidney function who started taking the antidepressant citalopram. Researchers compared a 20 mg/day dose to a 10 mg/day dose to see if the higher dose increased the risk of serious events like hospitalization, emergen…

This study looked at over 12,000 older adults (age 66+) with low kidney function who started taking the antidepressant escitalopram. Researchers compared the safety of a 10 mg daily dose versus a 5 mg daily dose. The goal was to see if the higher dose led to more hospital visits,…

This study develops and tests an artificial intelligence-based tool to predict major heart complications—such as heart attack, heart failure, or dangerous heart rhythms—in adults aged 60 and older after hip fracture surgery. Researchers will analyze data from 600 patients across …

This study is testing whether regular cognitive activities (like video games and book clubs) and physical exercises (like walking and Zumba) can slow down age-related decline in thinking and physical health. Researchers are following 400 healthy Malaysian adults aged 60 and older…

This study looks at whether combining neck strengthening with eye movement exercises can improve balance and reduce fall risk in adults aged 65 to 85. Forty participants will do supervised exercises twice a week for 30 minutes. Researchers will measure changes in neck movement, b…