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New treatment option for Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Official title Improving Cognitive Rehabilitation Outcomes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07055633
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and mild TBI (mTBI) frequently co-occur in post-9/11 Veterans, and together are associated with worse cognitive performance, mental health, everyday functioning, community integration, quality of life, and treatment response than either condition alone. Additional comorbidities, such as depression and sleep disturbance, are common and further exacerbate these problems.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Post 9/11 Veterans enrolled at VA San Diego or VA Portland
- Ability to provide informed consent
- Living independently
- History of mTBI confirmed by OSU-TBI
- Current diagnosis of PTSD confirmed by CAPS-5
You likely can't join if
- Current substance use disorder with \<30 days abstinence
- History of primary psychotic disorder
- History of moderate to severe TBI (loss of consciousness \>30 minutes)
- History of macular degeneration or bipolar disorder (both contraindicated for bright light therapy)
- Not work night or swing shift schedules
- Untreated obstructive sleep apnea either via self-report or a score 5 on the STOP-BANG
See the full eligibility criteria
- Post 9/11 Veterans enrolled at VA San Diego or VA Portland
- Ability to provide informed consent
- Living independently
- History of mTBI confirmed by OSU-TBI
- Current diagnosis of PTSD confirmed by CAPS-5
- Current cognitive concerns ("Do you have concerns about your cognition, thinking, attention, or memory?")
- Current concern regarding depression and/or sleep disturbance; defined by a score of 5 on the PHQ-9 and/or 8 on the ISI, respectively (score of 2 or higher on ISI item 1, 2, or 3, reflecting at least "moderate"...
- Current substance use disorder with \<30 days abstinence
- History of primary psychotic disorder
- History of moderate to severe TBI (loss of consciousness \>30 minutes)
- History of macular degeneration or bipolar disorder (both contraindicated for bright light therapy)
- Not work night or swing shift schedules
- Untreated obstructive sleep apnea either via self-report or a score 5 on the STOP-BANG
- Current engagement in bright light therapy
- Auditory or visual impairments precluding participation in assessments or treatments
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- San Diego, California, United States
- Portland, Oregon, 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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include San Diego, California, United States; Portland, Oregon, 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.