RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT03170440
Non-invasive Nerve Stimulation for PTSD and Sleep
Non-invasive Vagal Nerve Stimulation and Sleep
Sponsor
University of Florida
Enrollment
221 participants
Start Date
Nov 1, 2017
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
In this study, our objective is to determine the effect of two different nerve stimulation types in changing sleep architecture.
Eligibility
Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 55 Years
Plain Language Summary
Simplified for easier understanding
This study is testing whether a non-invasive nerve stimulation device (applied to the skin, no needles or surgery) can help veterans who suffer from PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and sleep problems, including those who also experienced a mild traumatic brain injury.
**You may be eligible if...**
- You are a veteran with a history of PTSD
- You may also have a history of mild traumatic brain injury (such as a concussion)
**You may NOT be eligible if...**
- You have a serious psychiatric illness unrelated to PTSD or brain injury
- You have other significant medical conditions that affect your thinking or cognition
- You currently misuse prescription or illegal drugs
- You require continuous oxygen for a breathing disorder
Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.
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.
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Interventions
DEVICETranscutaneous nerve stimulation location 1
Non-invasive stimulation by transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation device in test location
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NCT03170440
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