CompletedPhase 3ACTRN12605000290695

Investigating cognitive effects of aromatherapy on people with dementia living in residential care facilities

Sponsor

ACCMER

Enrollment

130 participants

Start Date

Jun 4, 2005

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Dementia

Summary

The study design was a randomised, controlled trial. Repeated measures were taken at baseline, 3 points during treatment, and after a wash-out period at the end of the trial. The participants and the person doing the cognitive testing and data analysis were blinded to the treatment allocation, and the staff administering the treatment were blinded as to which of the treatments was the active. The trial will be carried out in parallel groups, with staggered starting times to allow adequate time for the cognitive testing.

Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 65 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is investigating cognitive effects of aromatherapy on people with dementia living in residential care facilities. It may be open to people who are at least 65 years old. Participants generally need to have during the initial screening interview, potential participants will be invited to participate in the treatment arms of the study if they comply with the following criteria: they must have been resident in the nursing home for more than 3 months. have an mmse score of 25 or less, and be considered to have some degree of dementia by nursing staff and or diagnosis by geriatrician. be in good health or have any concomitant diseases (such as hypertension, congestive heart failure, non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus and thyroid disorders) under control.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

Interested in this trial?

Get notified about updates and connect with the research team.

Interventions

The "active" treatment will contain 1mL each of Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), Lime (Citrus latifolia) and Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) essential oils, diluted in a non-fragranced aqueous cream lotion. The "inactive" preparation will contain 1mL each of Ginger (Zingiber officinalis, Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) and Mandarin (Citrus recticulata) essential oils diluted in a non-fragranced aqueous cream lotion.

Locations(1)

Australia

View Full Details on ANZCTR

For the most up-to-date information, visit the official listing.

Visit

ACTRN12605000290695

Related Trials

Genetic Characterization of Movement Disorders and Dementias

NCT020142461 location

Aerobic Exercise for Older Adults at Increased Risk of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias

NCT030358511 location