The relationship between sleep problems and physical function in older veterans during rehabilitation
Official title: Insomnia and Physical Function in Older Veterans During and After CLC Rehabilitation Admission
Funded at VA Boston Health Care System · NIH-10897877 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how trouble sleeping affects older veterans during their recovery at a VA facility, to see how it impacts their healing and overall health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Boston Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2023 |
| Project end | September 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK1RX004762-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10897877 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older veterans aged 65 and above who are experiencing insomnia symptoms and are admitted to a VA rehabilitation facility.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are younger than 65 or do not have insomnia symptoms may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how insomnia affects the physical functioning of older veterans (aged 65 and above) during and after their rehabilitation in a VA facility. It aims to identify the prevalence of sleep disturbances and their impact on recovery outcomes, such as rehabilitation duration and overall health. By evaluating both sleep quality and physical function, the study seeks to understand the challenges faced by older veterans in rehabilitation settings, where environmental factors may exacerbate sleep issues. The research will involve assessing a small group of veterans to determine the feasibility of this dual evaluation approach.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies that enhance sleep quality and physical recovery for older veterans.
How similar studies have gone: While there is existing literature on sleep in older adults, this specific focus on older veterans in rehabilitation settings is relatively novel and has not been extensively studied.
Where this research is happening
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VA Boston Health Care System
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boyle, Julia T — VA Boston Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Boyle, Julia T
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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.