Improving sleep to help veterans recover from mild traumatic brain injuries
Official title: A Sleep Intervention to Improve Rehabilitation in Veterans with Chronic mTBI
Funded at Portland VA Medical Center · NIH-11229638 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how better sleep can help veterans with mild brain injuries who are struggling with sleep problems and chronic pain, and it offers different treatments to improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Portland VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2019 |
| Project end | September 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK2RX002947-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-11229638 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans with a history of mild traumatic brain injury who are experiencing sleep disturbances and chronic pain.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without a history of mild traumatic brain injury or those not experiencing sleep or pain issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on veterans who have experienced mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) and are facing challenges with sleep disturbances and chronic pain. The study aims to explore how improving sleep quality can enhance rehabilitation outcomes for these veterans. By utilizing both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, the research seeks to break the cycle of pain and sleep issues that significantly affect the quality of life. Participants may engage in various therapies designed to address their specific sleep and pain-related challenges.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation outcomes and quality of life for veterans suffering from chronic mTBI.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in addressing sleep disturbances and chronic pain in similar populations, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Portland VA Medical Center
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Elliott, Jonathan E — Portland VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Elliott, Jonathan E
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.