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Autonomic Nervous System Disease Clinical Trial in Richmond, VA

Access cutting-edge autonomic nervous system disease treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Richmond. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Richmond

    Convenient for VA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Richmond site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Autonomic Nervous System Disease Study in Richmond

Many combat veterans (c-Vs), service members (SMs) and civilians with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI, also termed concussion) suffer from persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS) that degrade physical and cognitive well-being and have been linked with early neurodegeneration. PPCS include somatosensory (e.g., headache, disturbed vision), vestibular (e.g., dizzy, clumsy), cognitive (e.g., executive function, memory) and affective symptoms (e.g., sleep disturbance, irritability, depression). A key pathological process that provokes and perpetuates PPCS is autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysfunction such as unremitting sympathetic nervous system activation that also exacerbates other pathology such as inflammation. ANS activity can be readily quantified by measuring heart rate variability (HRV), or the variation in heart rate over time, which serves as a valid index of both physiological and psychological health

Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

age 18 or older
History of military service
Self-Reported hx of 1 or more mild TBI
Most recent TBI more than 1 year ago
Significant Persistent Post-Concussion Symptom burden (Neurobehavioral Symptom Inventory \[NSI\] total score greater than or equal to 20).
Current Sleep Difficulties
Fluent English
Able to provide Informed Consent

Exclusion Criteria

Any TBI with severity greater than mild (i.e., Moderate or Severe TBI defined as initial injury loss of consciousness (LOC) duration \>30 minutes, posttraumatic amnesia (PTA) duration \>24 hours, or traumatic hemorrhage on head computerized tomography (CT) and determined by the study investigator based on information gathered during administration of the study's validated TBI structured interview instrument.
Conditions or medications that can affect HRV measurement (pacemaker or an implant that stimulates your heart (e.g., cardioverter-defibrillator or ICD); heart transplant or heart surgery within the last year, including bypass or other surgery, but not including a stent)
Hx of stroke
Mental conditions that may impede adherence (e.g., dementia, psychotic disorder, panic disorder)

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Richmond?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07071350) has an active research site in Richmond, VA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Autonomic Nervous System Disease Treatment Options in Richmond, VA

If you're searching for autonomic nervous system disease treatment options in Richmond, VA, this clinical trial (NCT07071350) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Richmond research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced autonomic nervous system disease specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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