Study detail
RecruitingObservational
Non-invasive Vagal Nerve Stimulation and Sleep
University of Florida
Summary
In this study, our objective is to determine the effect of two different nerve stimulation types in changing sleep architecture.
Description
Persons suffering from PTSD or mild TBI may suffer from sleep deprivation. The purpose of this study is to explore options to improve sleep quality.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–55 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Detailed criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * veterans with history of PTSD with and without history of mild TBI Exclusion Criteria with: * history of severe psychiatric illness unrelated to PTSD or TBI * other medical conditions of severity that may impair cognition * current illicit or prescription drug abuse * breathing disorder requiring constant use of oxygen
Interventions
- DeviceTranscutaneous nerve stimulation location 1
Non-invasive stimulation by transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation device in test location
Locations (3)
- UF Health JacksonvilleGainesville, Florida
- University of FloridaGainesville, Florida
- UF Health JacksonvilleJacksonville, Florida