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Effects of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Protocol on Sleep Quality in Parkinson's Disease Subjects

RecruitingNAAges any - anyAllNew York Institute of Technology
NCT06671600 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

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. Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is a hands-on approach that may help improve sleep without the side effects of traditional treatments. While OMT has shown promise in enhancing sleep, no studies have specifically looked at its effects on sleep in Parkinson's disease patients. This study aims to see if OMT can help improve sleep quality, cognitive function, and daily activities for people with PD. The investigators will focus on treating specific areas of the body, using techniques that have helped improve sleep in the past. Participants will be divided into two groups: one wil

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion 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. Exclusion Criteria: * 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
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What it tests

  • Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment
  • Sham (No Treatment)
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Where

1 site
New York Institute of Technology - College of Ostopathic Medicine - Academic Health Care Center - Osteopathic Medicine Center
Old Westbury, United States
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