A Controlled Trial Of Topical Lavender Oil As A Treatment Of Behavioural Symptoms Of Dementia
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$211,179.00
Summary
Many nursing home residents with dementia have challenging behavioural symptoms. This study will test if pure lavender oil, when massaged onto the forearms of confused nursing home residents, relieves their agitation better than a placebo oil. Researchers will measure residents' behaviour directly and will not be aware which oil is being applied.
Randomised Controlled Trial Of Yoga For Improving Sleep And Quality Of Life In An Elderly Population
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$249,377.00
Summary
Insomnia is very common in the elderly and is associated with increased morbidity and reduced quality of life. Yoga is purported to assist with sleep and stress management but there is little rigorous research to confirm this and no research to determine if yoga can be adapted to an elderly population in Australia. This study aims to rigourously examine the effectiveness of yoga as an intervention for geriatric insomnia and to determine the ability of yoga to enhance quality of life.