Clinical Study
Light Therapy for People with Parkinsons Disease (PD) and Sleep Problems
Parkinsons disease (PD) is a long-term decline in a persons health. Often people with this disease have sleep problems. Research is needed to know if light therapy can help people with PD sleep and improve their quality of life. The information we learn may aid future patients.
For more information contact:
Mariana Doudova
mariana.doudova@hsc.utah.edu
8015813818
IRB#: IRB_00132239
| PI: Paolo Moretti
| Department: NEUROLOGY
| Approval Date: 2020-08-24 15:52:00
Study Categories: Brain Health Studies
| Specialties: Neurology
Who can participate?
Gender: All
Age: Over 18 years old
Volunteers: Volunteers with special conditions
Location: In Person
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 45 and older
- PD diagnosis
- Wear a watch and write in a journal daily about sleep
- Take PD drugs for 30 days before participation
- In-person at the University of Utah
Exclusion Criteria:
- Eye trauma or disease
- Serious mental illness
- Work hours between 10pm-6am 60 days before participation
- Other specific sleep problems
- Pregnant
Will I be paid for my time?
Yes