NightWare watch for better sleep and heart health in veterans with PTSD
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if a special watch (NightWare) can help veterans with PTSD who have nightmares sleep better and improve heart health. The watch vibrates gently during nightmares to reduce them without waking you up.
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Who can take part
- Have a diagnosis of PTSD and often have nightmares that disturb your sleep
- Be 22 years or older
- Have resting blood pressure below 160/100 and fasting blood sugar below 126
- Have poor sleep quality (score 6 or higher on a sleep questionnaire)
- Have wireless internet and two power outlets near your bed
- Not use insulin or sulfonylureas for diabetes, and not be pregnant or breastfeeding
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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