Connective tissue massage for chronic insomnia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special type of massage (called connective tissue massage) can help people with chronic insomnia sleep better. You will receive the massage and your sleep will be monitored over a few weeks.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- A doctor has told you that you have chronic insomnia.
- You have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep at least 3 nights a week for at least 3 months.
- You have not taken sleep medications (including sleeping pills, melatonin, or sedating antidepressants) in the last 4 weeks.
- You do not have other sleep disorders like sleep apnea, or skin conditions at the massage area.
- You are able to read and write.
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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