Do weighted blankets improve sleep quality?
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a weighted blanket can help healthy people sleep better. If you're a healthy adult, you may be able to join and use a weighted blanket at home.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a healthy person with no major medical conditions.
- You have no history of mental illness.
- You have no history of epilepsy or seizures.
- You have no serious health condition that would prevent you from participating.
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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