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German adaptation of the Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer’s Caregiver Health II: study protocol of a single-centred, randomised controlled trial
Heinrich, Stephanie,
Berwig, Martin,
Simon, Anke,
Jänichen, Jenny,
Hallensleben, Nina,
Nickel, Witiko,
Hinz, Andreas,
Brähler, Elmar,
Gertz, Hermann-Josef
Background: Caring for a family member with dementia is extremely stressful, and contributes to psychiatric and physical illness among caregivers. Therefore, a comprehensive programme called Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer’s Caregiver Health II (REACH II) was developed in the United States to enhance the health of Alzheimer’s caregivers. REACH II causes a clear reduction of the […]
Early detection of memory impairment in people over 65 years old consulting at Health Examination Centers for the French health insurance: the EVATEM protocol
Vannier-Nitenberg, Christiane,
Dauphinot, Virginie,
Bongue, Bienvenu,
Sass, Catherine,
Rouch, Isabelle,
Beauchet, Olivier,
Krolak-Salmon, Pierre,
Fantino, Bruno
Background: Only half of those living with Alzheimer’s disease in France are currently diagnosed, and only one patient in three is supported during the early stages of dementia. This study aims to evaluate three cognitive tests for their predictive ability to diagnose mild cognitive impairments and Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. For people aged 65 […]
Study of Mental Activity and Regular Training (SMART) in at risk individuals: a randomised double blind, sham controlled, longitudinal trial
Gates, Nicola J.,
Valenzuela, Michael,
Sachdev, Perminder S.,
Singh, Nalin A.,
Baune, Bernhard T.,
Brodaty, Henry,
Suo, Chao,
Jain, Nidhi,
Wilson, Guy C.,
Wang, Yi,
Baker, Michael K.,
Williamson, Dominique,
Foroughi, Nasim,
Fiatarone Singh, Maria A.
Background: The extent to which mental and physical exercise may slow cognitive decline in adults with early signs of cognitive impairment is unknown. This article provides the rationale and methodology of the first trial to investigate the isolated and combined effects of cognitive training (CT) and progressive resistance training (PRT) on general cognitive function and […]
A study protocol to investigate the management of depression and challenging behaviors associated with dementia in aged care settings
McCabe, Marita P.,
Mellor, David,
Davison, Tanya E.,
Karantzas, Gery,
von Treuer, Kathryn,
O'Connor, Daniel W.
Background: The high occurrence and under-treatment of clinical depression and behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) within aged care settings is concerning, yet training programs aimed at improving the detection and management of these problems have generally been ineffective. This article presents a study protocol to evaluate a training intervention for facility managers/registered nurses […]
A feasibility study and pilot randomised trial of a tailored prevention program to reduce falls in older people with mild dementia
Wesson, Jacqueline,
Clemson, Lindy,
Brodaty, Henry,
Lord, Stephen,
Taylor, Morag,
Gitlin, Laura,
Close, Jacqueline
Background: People with dementia have a disproportionately high rate of falls and fractures and poorer outcomes, yet there is currently no evidence to guide falls prevention in this population.; Methods: A randomised trial design was used to test feasibility of study components and acceptability of a home hazard reduction and balance and strength exercise fall […]
Improvements in gait characteristics after intensive resistance and functional training in people with dementia: a randomised controlled trial
Schwenk, Michael,
Zieschang, Tania,
Englert, Stefan,
Grewal, Gurtej,
Najafi, Bijan,
Hauer, Klaus
Background: Preventing and rehabilitating gait disorders in people with dementia during early disease stage is of high importance for staying independent and ambulating safely. However, the evidence gathered in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on the effectiveness of exercise training for improving spatio-temporal gait parameters in people with dementia is scarce. The aim of the present […]
Evaluating the cognitive effects of donepezil 23 mg/d in moderate and severe Alzheimer’s disease: analysis of effects of baseline features on treatment response
Sabbagh, Marwan,
Cummings, Jeffrey,
Christensen, Daniel,
Doody, Rachelle,
Farlow, Martin,
Liu, Liang,
Mackell, Joan,
Fain, Randi
Background: Treatment of Alzheimer’s disease with acetylcholinesterase inhibitors can result in symptomatic benefits, but patients often show variable responses. The objective of this post hoc analysis was to investigate relationships between easily identifiable baseline characteristics/demographics and cognitive response in patients treated with either donepezil 23 mg/d or 10 mg/d and to identify factors potentially influencing response.; Methods: […]