Weighted blanket trial to reduce chronic pain
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether using a 15-pound weighted blanket can lower pain and improve sleep for Veterans with long-lasting, non-cancer musculoskeletal pain. It may help by reducing discomfort during rest and sleep.
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Who can take part
- You are enrolled in VA care
- You’re 18 or older and of any gender
- You’ve had non-cancer, muscle/bone-type pain for at least 6 months
- Your pain is at least a 3 out of 10 over the last week
- Your sleep has been poor enough (Insomnia Severity Index score of 11 or higher)
- You can safely use a 15-pound blanket (for example, no major restrictions, and you can lift it)
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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