Studying Melatonin and Recovery in Teens
SurgerySMART: Studying Melatonin and Recovery in Teens
Stanford University
45 participants
May 30, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The goal of this feasibility clinical trial is to learn if melatonin can help teens having major musculoskeletal surgery by promoting healthy sleep. Melatonin is available as a dietary supplement that may be effective in promoting longer, higher quality sleep. This study will assess the feasibility and acceptability of melatonin for teens undergoing major musculoskeletal surgery, as well as determine optimal measured outcomes (sleep, pain, health-related quality of life) at short- and long-term follow-up.
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Interventions
Participants in this arm will take 3mg of melatonin in fast-dissolve pill form daily during the specified study period.
Participants in this arm will take 3mg of placebo in fast-dissolve pill form daily during the specified study period.
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NCT06093477