Use of Accelerometer for Quantification of Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension Symptoms

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Orthostatic; Hypotension, Neurogenic Autonomic Failure Pure Autonomic Failure Multiple System Atrophy Orthostatic; Hypotension, Parkinsonism
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
40 – 80
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Other
Participants needed
29 (estimated)
Sponsor
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Other
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About This Trial
The objective of this study is to find a more objective and accurate way to assess the efficacy of the treatment for neurogenic orthostatic hypotension. For this purpose, the investigators will use an activity monitor to determine the amount of time patients spend in the upright position (standing and walking; upright time) during 1 week of placebo (a pill with no active ingredients) and 1 week of…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Male and female subjects, age 40-80 years. * Possible or probable Multiple Systems Atrophy, Pure Autonomic Failure, or Parkinson's disease with neurogenic orthostatic hypotension. * Neurogenic orthostatic hypotension defined as a ≥ 30 mmHg decrease in systolic blood pressure w…
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Bonnie K Black, RN

615-343-6862

autonomics@vumc.org

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