Using light exposure to help reduce fatigue and improve thinking in young brain tumor survivors
Systematic Light Exposure Intervention for Fatigue and Cognitive Efficiency in Pediatric Brain Tumor Survivors
['FUNDING_R21'] · BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE · NIH-10493438
This study is looking at whether wearing special glasses that provide bright light for 30 minutes each morning can help kids aged 10 to 18 who have survived brain tumors feel less tired and think more clearly, making it easier for them to succeed in school and life.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HOUSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10493438 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how systematic bright light exposure can help pediatric brain tumor survivors who often experience fatigue and cognitive difficulties. Participants aged 10 to 18 will wear special glasses that provide bright light for 30 minutes each morning over a six-week period. The study aims to assess whether this intervention can effectively reduce fatigue and enhance cognitive efficiency, which are critical for academic and life success. Follow-up assessments will occur two weeks after the intervention to evaluate its lasting effects.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pediatric brain tumor survivors aged 10 to 18 who experience fatigue and cognitive challenges.
Not a fit: Patients who are not survivors of pediatric brain tumors or those outside the age range of 10 to 18 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a low-cost, non-drug intervention to improve the quality of life for pediatric brain tumor survivors by reducing fatigue and enhancing cognitive function.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that systematic bright light exposure can effectively improve sleep and reduce fatigue in adolescent and adult cancer survivors, suggesting potential success in this pediatric population.
Where this research is happening
HOUSTON, UNITED STATES
- BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE — HOUSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RAGHUBAR, KIMBERLY PAULINE — BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: RAGHUBAR, KIMBERLY PAULINE
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.
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