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Light and Float Therapy for Sleep Quality
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Research Sponsored by West Virginia University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up changes from baseline versus end of study week 18
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Study Summary
This trial will assess the impact of PBM, dry float, & whole body therapies on sleep quality for middle-aged & elderly individuals with sleep disturbance. Cognitive, behavioral, & physiological tests will be done to track progress.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for middle-aged and elderly individuals aged 50-85 who are experiencing sleep disturbances but have no significant untreated medical conditions. Participants must be able to understand the study and agree to participate.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing the effects of photobiomodulation (PBM) therapy, both localized and whole body, as well as dry float therapy on improving sleep quality in participants. It includes a baseline data collection phase followed by a 13-week treatment period with daily sleep tracking.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects are not explicitly mentioned in the provided information. However, PBM and dry float therapies are generally considered low-risk; any specific side effects would depend on individual responses to these treatments.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ changes from baseline versus end of study week 18
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~changes from baseline versus end of study week 18
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Changes in resting state electroencephalography (EEG)
Changes in the Circadian Sleep Inventory
Changes in the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9)
+1 moreTrial Design
4Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Whole-Body PhotobiomodulationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Light therapy in both the visible and near-infrared range (non-UV) applied to the whole body in a light pod or bed.
Group II: Localized PhotobiomodulationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Light therapy in both the visible and near-infrared range (non-UV) applied locally to only a specific body region.
Group III: Dry FloatExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Simulates the effects of traditional Float-REST therapy. Instead of contact with salt water, the dry float system has a very thin membrane that cradles the body and provides a warm sensation, similar to that experienced in a traditional flotation tank.
Group IV: ControlActive Control1 Intervention
Participants in the control group will be asked to keep their normal daily routine.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
West Virginia UniversityLead Sponsor
177 Previous Clinical Trials
62,176 Total Patients Enrolled
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I am between 50 and 85 years old.I do not have any major untreated health issues.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Dry Float
- Group 2: Whole-Body Photobiomodulation
- Group 3: Control
- Group 4: Localized Photobiomodulation
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
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