Automated IADL Sensing to Refine Measurement of Older Adult Daily Activity (NCT07585864) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Automated IADL Sensing to Refine Measurement of Older Adult Daily Activity
United States20 participantsStarted 2026-06
Plain-language summary
The instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) refer to complex daily activities required for adult independence, such as preparing a meal or taking medications. This study will assess the efficacy of sensing technologies (smartwatch, computer vision, eye tracking) for recognizing IADL activities in naturalistic settings and score performance relative to ratings from occupational therapists. If successful in assessing the efficiency of IADL, the sensing technologies will be a valuable addition to geriatric assessment.
Who can participate
Age range
75 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion criteria
. Participant in University of Pittsburgh Pepper Center research registry
. Age 75+
. Female
. Residing in community
. Meets criteria for normal cognition or mild cognitive impairment on telephone screening (Memory Impairment Screen \>= 5)
. Daily, independent performance of cooking and light cleaning tasks
Exclusion criteria
. Inability to provide informed consent
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
. Meets criteria for possible dementia (Memory Impairment Screen \<= 4)
. Reports difficulty with activities of daily living (dressing, feeding oneself, using toilet, bathing)
. Uses mobility assistance device for indoor ambulation
. Medical conditions that may interfere with participation (e.g., severe untreated psychiatric disorders, unstable cardiovascular conditions, Parkinson's disease)
. Current participation in other interventional studies or clinical trials.