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New treatment option for Parkinsons Disease
Official title Effects of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Protocol on Sleep Quality in Parkinson's Disease Subjects
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06671600
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Parkinsonism, mainly caused by Parkinsons disease (PD), includes symptoms like tremors, stiffness, slow movements, and balance problems. These symptoms can make it hard for people to sleep well, which leads to a lower quality of life and can increase the risk of other health issues and cognitive decline.
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Adults
You may be able to join if
- Must have a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease as per a neurologist
- Severity of 0-3 on the Hoehn and Yahr (H-Y) Scale
- Able to receive OMM
- Able to be in a supine and prone position.
- Able to wear a Fitbit watch and an oxygen saturation ring for the duration of the study (including when sleeping).
You likely can't join if
- Patients on medications that affect sleep
- Have a pre-existing sleep disorder diagnosis
- Those who have a concurrent neurological diagnosis that would confound sleep patterns (ie. narcolepsy)
- Contraindications to the OMM techniques used in this protocol
- Severity of 4 and 5 on the Hoehn and Yahr Scale
See the full eligibility criteria
- Must have a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease as per a neurologist
- Severity of 0-3 on the Hoehn and Yahr (H-Y) Scale
- Able to receive OMM
- Able to be in a supine and prone position.
- Able to wear a Fitbit watch and an oxygen saturation ring for the duration of the study (including when sleeping).
- Have sleep disturbance complaints.
- Patients on medications that affect sleep
- Have a pre-existing sleep disorder diagnosis
- Those who have a concurrent neurological diagnosis that would confound sleep patterns (ie. narcolepsy)
- Contraindications to the OMM techniques used in this protocol
- Severity of 4 and 5 on the Hoehn and Yahr Scale
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Old Westbury, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, not specified. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Old Westbury, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.