Investigating how sleep affects recovery after a stroke
The SLEEPR study: SLEep Effects on Post-stroke Rehabilitation
This study is looking at how sleep problems, like insomnia and restless legs syndrome, affect recovery for stroke patients, helping us understand how better sleep might improve their daily activities and mobility during rehabilitation.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Upstate Medical University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Syracuse, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10849700 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to explore the relationship between non-obstructive sleep apnea (non OSA) sleep disorders and recovery in stroke patients. It focuses on understanding how sleep quality impacts rehabilitation outcomes, including daily activities and mobility. By assessing the prevalence of sleep disorders like insomnia and restless legs syndrome in stroke survivors, the study seeks to identify how these conditions affect recovery. The research employs innovative methods to measure sleep patterns and their influence on rehabilitation progress.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and are dealing with non-obstructive sleep disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who have obstructive sleep apnea or other unrelated sleep disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted sleep interventions that enhance recovery outcomes for stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of sleep in stroke recovery, but this specific focus on non OSA sleep disorders is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Syracuse, United States
- Upstate Medical University — Syracuse, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Klingman, Karen J — Upstate Medical University
- Study coordinator: Klingman, Karen J
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.