Improving heart health in veterans with PTSD by treating nightmares
Improving Cardiovascular Health in Veterans with PTSD by Treating Trauma-RelatedNightmares With NightWare
This study is looking at how a digital tool called NightWare can help veterans with PTSD who have troubling nightmares, aiming to improve their sleep and overall health, especially their heart health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10924788 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on veterans suffering from PTSD, particularly those experiencing trauma-related nightmares that disrupt their sleep and overall health. The project aims to explore the use of NightWare, a digital therapeutic intervention, to alleviate these nightmares and improve sleep quality. By addressing these sleep disturbances, the research seeks to enhance cardiovascular health, as poor sleep is linked to increased risks of cardiovascular disease in this population. The study will involve assessing the effectiveness of this intervention and understanding its impact on veterans' health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans aged 21 and older who experience PTSD and have trauma-related nightmares.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have PTSD or do not experience nightmares may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the cardiovascular health and quality of life for veterans suffering from PTSD-related nightmares.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using digital therapeutics for treating sleep disturbances, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moreau, Kerrie — VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Moreau, Kerrie
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.