Combating Alzheimer's Through Sleep and Exercise

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI · Apr 19, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called "Combating Alzheimer's Through Sleep and Exercise," is exploring how getting enough sleep and being physically active might lower the risk of developing dementia over time. Researchers are looking for participants aged between 16 and 29 to help them understand the impact of these two lifestyle factors on brain health.

To join the study, participants need to be able to do some light exercise, wear a special headband and wristwatch that track sleep and activity, and provide a small blood sample. They should also be comfortable using digital devices and must be able to understand and speak English. People who have noticed issues with memory, concentration, or thinking skills are encouraged to participate, as they might provide valuable insights into how sleep and exercise could affect cognitive health. Throughout the trial, participants will be monitored and supported to help understand the connection between their sleep, exercise habits, and brain health.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Able to perform mild exercise
• • 2. Able to wear DREEM 2 Headband
• • 3. Able to wear a Fitbit wrist watch
• • 4. Able to perform the Everlywell biomarker procedure
• • 5. Able to Understand and Speak English
• • 6. Able to operate a digital device like mobile phone, iPad, or computer
• • 7. Self-reported history of problems with cognitive impairment: memory, concentration, and processing information
• • 8. Only participants cognitively able and willing to provide consent will be included.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Prohibited from or unable to perform mild exercise
• • 2. Unable to wear wrist watch or headband devices, or unable to supply pinprick blood sample for any reason
• • 3. Unable to speak or understand English
• • 4. Unable to use mobile device/smartphone technology
• • 5. Unable or unwilling to consent for any reason.