Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Sleep Improvement After Stroke
Vagus Nerve Stimulation on Improving Sleep in Inpatient Rehab for Post-Acute Stroke
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Stroke
Ischemic Cerebrovascular Accident
Ischemic Stroke
Vagal Nerve Stimulation
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 52 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people recovering from a stroke who have sleep problems. Participants will use a device on their ear for 30 minutes every evening over at least 10 nights while in rehabilitation.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am 18 years or older
- I have been diagnosed with ischemic stroke
- I have sleep problems as confirmed by the Insomnia Severity Index
- I speak English or Spanish
- I can understand and follow instructions
- I am being treated at Casa Colina's acute rehabilitation service
You may not be able to join if
- I have had a hemorrhagic stroke
- I have other confirmed neurological diagnoses
- I have previously had surgery on my vagus nerve
- I have open wounds or cancerous lesions near my ear
- I have severe bradycardia
- I have a permanent implanted device or jewelry near my ear
- I had trigeminal neuralgia in the past year
- I am pregnant
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a device which provides vagal nerve stimulation, applied to the tragus of the ear via an ear clip, can improve sleep in individuals recovering from stroke while they are treated in a rehabilitation hospital. The main questions this study aims to answer are:
1. Does using this device improve insomnia?
2. Does this device have any impact on the person'…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Admitted to Casa Colina's acute rehabilitation service
2. Diagnosis of ischemic stroke
3. Age 18 years or older
4. English or Spanish speaking
5. Sufficient cognition to follow program instructions tested Mini Mental Exam (score \>17/30)
6. Confirmed sleep abnormalities based…
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