Aging
Conditions
Keywords
Sleep Quality, Balance Assessment, Older Adults, Cognitive Function, Sleep Monitoring, Wearable device
Brief summary
This study investigates the use of wearable devices and a sleep diary for tracking sleep and its impact on cognition and balance in older adults over six weeks. It will include routine mobility, balance assessment, and cognitive evaluations, focusing on analyzing the relationships between sleep, mobility, balance, and cognition.
Detailed description
The study is designed to assess the relationships between sleep quality, balance capabilities, and cognitive functions in older adults. Using a longitudinal approach, participants will be monitored over six weeks with the help of wearable technology (OURA ring) and standardized assessments. Weekly in-person visits will include balance assessments using the Mini-BESTest and mobility tests such as the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test. Cognitive functions will be evaluated using the NIH Toolbox Cognitive Battery. The study aims to identify key sleep indicators that influence balance and cognition, ultimately contributing to improved strategies for maintaining the health and well-being of older adults.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
University of Florida
Study design
Observational model
COHORT
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
65 Years to 95 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
Healthy older adults aged 65 and above English-speaking Independent in daily activities Able to walk independently or with minimal assistance (cane or walker) Willing to perform weekly assessments in balance and cognition at the University of Florida, Technology for Occupational Performance Lab
Exclusion criteria
Severe cognitive impairment (e.g., diagnosed dementia) Severe sleep disorders (e.g., sleep apnea requiring CPAP) Significant neurological conditions (e.g., Parkinson disease, stroke) Unstable medical conditions (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, recent surgeries)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Cognitive Function | 6 weeks weekly assessments | Evaluated using the NIH Toolbox Cognitive Battery, with attention to memory, attention, and processing speed. |
| Total Sleep Time | 6-week daily assessments | Total Sleep Time will be monitored using the OURA ring, calculated as the sum of all sleep stages in minutes each night. Data will be aggregated to provide a daily and weekly average for each participant. |
| Sleep Onset Latency | Daily assessments over 6 weeks | Sleep Onset Latency, defined as the time taken to transition from wakefulness to sleep, will be recorded by the OURA ring each night. Data will be shown in daily and weekly for each participant. |
| Sleep Efficiency | Daily assessments over 6 weeks | Sleep Efficiency will be measured as the ratio of total sleep time to time in bed, expressed as a percentage. The OURA ring will track this nightly, and the data will be summarized as daily data points and a weekly average. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Toe Strength from ToeScale | 6 weeks weekly assessments | Measured using the ToeScale for both flexion and extension strength, comparing baseline and post-intervention data. |
| Berg Balance Scale (BBS) Score | Pre-intervention (Baseline) and Post-intervention (Week 6) | The Berg Balance Scale (BBS) will be administered twice, at baseline and at the end of the study period (Week 6), to assess changes in balance performance. The Berg Balance Scale (or BBS) is a widely used clinical test of a person's static and dynamic balance abilities. |
| Mini-BESTest Score | Weekly assessments over 6 weeks | The Mini-BESTest will be conducted weekly throughout the 6-week study period to evaluate changes in balance performance over time. This test measures dynamic balance, functional mobility, and gait. |
| Daily Step Count | Daily assessments over 6 weeks recorded by Oura ring | Daily step count will be monitored using the OURA ring. The data will be aggregated daily and weekly for each participant to assess overall physical activity levels. |
Other
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Demographic Variables | Week 1 one time measured | Demographic data, including age, gender, pre-existing conditions, and medical history, will be collected at the baseline (before the intervention begins). This data will be used to analyze participant characteristics and potential correlations with outcome measures. |
Countries
United States
Outcome results
None listed