Acupressure bands for better sleep in medical trainees
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if wearing a wrist acupressure band at night can improve sleep quality. It's for medical students and doctors in training at AUB who are not using sleep aids or alcohol daily.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a medical student (Med-4), resident, or fellow at AUB.
- You are not currently taking any sleep medications or supplements.
- You do not drink alcohol every day.
- You are not already enrolled in another sleep study.
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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