Magnesium and Melatonin for Better Sleep and Leg Cramps
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking daily magnesium and melatonin supplements can help improve sleep quality and reduce nighttime leg cramps in adults. You'll wear a special ring to track your sleep and use a smartphone app to log your experiences.
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Who can take part
- Be between 40 and 75 years old
- Experience poor sleep quality and have at least 4 leg cramps per two weeks
- Live permanently in Florida with no plans to travel across time zones during the study
- Own a smartphone or tablet (iPhone with iOS 15+ or Android 9+) and be willing to wear an Oura Ring sleep tracker
- Not currently taking magnesium, melatonin, or sleep/leg-cramp supplements for at least 4 weeks before starting
- Not have a diagnosed sleep disorder, diagnosed medical condition affecting circulation/nerves/kidneys/thyroid, or be on prescription medications
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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