A Pilot Intervention with Near Infrared Stimulation: Revitalizing Cognition in Older Adults
Purpose
We are recruiting individuals with Parkinson disease for a new brain stimulation study that involves ‘shining’ light on the brain.
Procedures
- 1-hour initial screening to see if you are eligible
- If you qualify you will be asked to participate in 3 additional parts including exposure to infrared light, which is safe, painless and novel
- We seek to discover if exposure to infrared light leads to improved memory and mood
Eligibility
- Ages 65-89 yrs
- No dementia, no stroke, no TBI
- Able to undergo 2 MRI’s
- Able to attend 16 sessions over 12 weeks
For additional study information, please contact Dawn Bowers:
- dawnbowers@phhp.ufl.edu
- (352) 273-6015
Study Information Flyer
Age
65 and over
Gender
Male
Female
Monetary compensation
Yes
Can be done from home
No
Keywords
Parkinson disease, Parkinson's disease, Parkinson's disease - resources, NeurologyPrincipal Investigator
Dawn Bowers, PhDDepartment
Neurology
Contact Information
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