Custom pillow study for better shoulder-area sleep
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a specially made pillow can help people with rotator cuff problems sleep better without surgery. You would use the pillow and answer questions about your sleep quality.
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Who can take part
- Be over 18 years old
- Have been diagnosed with rotator cuff syndrome and be treated without surgery
- Have a mailing address so the pillow can be sent to you
- Be able to speak English well enough to do study steps
- Be able to sleep on your side
- Not have pre-existing trouble sleeping (insomnia) or obstructive sleep apnea
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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