Exploring how pain, sleep, and body functions are connected in children with rheumatic diseases
Mentored Patient-Oriented Research of Novel Mechanisms Linking Pain, Sleep-Wake Patterns, and Autonomic Activity in Rheumatic Diseases
This study is looking at how pain, sleep, and body responses are connected in children with rheumatic diseases, and it aims to help improve their quality of life by understanding these relationships better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11015019 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex relationships between pain, sleep patterns, and autonomic activity in children suffering from rheumatic diseases. By utilizing advanced monitoring techniques, such as accelerometers, the study aims to gather data on how these factors interact and affect each other. The principal investigator, Dr. Yvonne Lee, will also mentor new researchers in this field, ensuring that innovative approaches to understanding and treating these conditions are developed. The goal is to improve the quality of life for young patients by addressing the underlying mechanisms of their symptoms.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who are diagnosed with rheumatic diseases and experience chronic pain or sleep disturbances.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those without rheumatic diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management strategies for pain and sleep issues in children with rheumatic diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding pain mechanisms in rheumatic diseases, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Yvonne Claire — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Lee, Yvonne Claire
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.