Search / Trial NCT06613958

Older Adults Exercising On Time

Launched by LEIDEN UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER · Sep 23, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of December 22, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Chronoactivity Sleep Circadian Rhythm Exercise Timing

ClinConnect Summary

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Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Aged between 60 and 80 years old
  • Retired
  • Long lasting sleep problems (as assessed by a the screening questionnaire administered telephonically and by the ISI which will be filled out during the screening visit)
  • Access to and ability to use a smart phone (Android or Apple)
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Currently employed or working
  • Extreme sleep chronotypes (measured by the Munich chronotype questionnaire)
  • Participation in any sort of fasting regimen (e.g. intermitted fasting or Ramadan)
  • Experienced recent (\<6 months) adverse life events (e.g., death of partner)
  • Abnormal values in glucose metabolism, thyroid, liver or kidney function, or inflammation markers that after examination of the study doctor need immediate attention of a general practitioner or specialist.
  • Diagnosed clinical depression
  • Diagnosed neurodegenerative diseases (e.g. dementia or Parkinson's disease)
  • Diagnosed sleep apnoea
  • Diagnosed restless legs syndrome
  • Use of beta-adrenergic blocking agents
  • Use of sleep medication\*
  • Injuries or other severe physical conditions (such as active arthrosis) that inhibits physical activity
  • Travelled across time zones one week prior to start of study

Trial Officials

Diana van Heemst, PhD

Principal Investigator

Leiden University Medical Center

About Leiden University Medical Center

Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) is a prominent academic medical center located in the Netherlands, renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and high-quality patient care. As a clinical trial sponsor, LUMC focuses on translating scientific discoveries into effective therapies, fostering collaborations between researchers, clinicians, and industry partners. The center is dedicated to conducting rigorous clinical studies across various medical fields, ensuring adherence to ethical standards and regulatory requirements while prioritizing patient safety and outcomes. Through its multidisciplinary approach, LUMC aims to contribute significantly to the understanding and treatment of complex health conditions, driving progress in personalized medicine and improving global health.

Locations

Leiden, Zuid Holland, Netherlands

People applied

Timeline

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Estimated completion

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