Slow-wave Sleep Enhancement Using Acoustic Stimulation to Facilitate Performance Recovery During Restricted Sleep After Sleep Deprivation
Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR)
Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine if brief sounds or tones presented within a restricted period of recovery sleep after a period of sleep deprivation will enhance restorative properties and improve performance during a subsequent period of wakefulness.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–39 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy men and non-pregnant, non-lactating women 18 to 39 years of age (inclusive) * Must demonstrate adequate comprehension of the protocol, by achieving a score of at least 80% correct on a short multiple-choice quiz. Individuals who fail to achieve a passing score on the initial quiz will be given one opportunity to retest after a review of protocol information. Individuals who fail the comprehension assessment for the second time will be disqualified. Exclusion Criteria: * You must have learned English as your first language * You must have a body mass index (BMI)…
Interventions
- DevicePhilips SmartSleep Acoustic Stimulation Device
Prior to bedtime on the first two recovery nights, a Philips SmartSleep device will be applied to the head of each subject. Subjects will receive acoustic stimulation during the four hours of sleep.
- DeviceSham (no Acoustic Stimulation)
Prior to bedtime on the first two recovery nights, a Philips SmartSleep device will be applied to the head of each subject. Subjects will receive Sham (no acoustic stimulation) during the four hours of sleep.
Location
- Walter Reed Army Institute of ResearchSilver Spring, Maryland