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Tourette's Disorder Clinical Trial in Los Angeles, CA

Access cutting-edge tourette's disorder treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Los Angeles. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of California, Los Angeles

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Los Angeles

    Convenient for CA 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 Los Angeles site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Tourette's Disorder Study in Los Angeles

The primary aim of the present research project is to investigate the preliminary effects of four weeks of forehead temperature-regulating therapy on insomnia in adults with Tourette's disorder and co-occurring insomnia disorder. This project will also examine the effects of the device on depression, anxiety, and daytime sleepiness, and explore its effects on tic severity.

Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

DSM-5 diagnosis of Tourette's disorder
DSM-5 diagnosis of Insomnia disorder
Yale Global Tic Severity Scale Score ≥ 14 for Tourette's disorder or ≥ 10 for persistent motor tic disorder or persistent vocal tic disorder
Insomnia Severity Index score \> 14
Sleep efficiency ≤ 85 per cent on 50 percent or greater nights over monitoring week, per Consensus Sleep Diary
Age of 18 to 50 years
English fluency

Exclusion Criteria

Current or lifetime diagnosis of bipolar disorder, psychosis, or pervasive developmental disorder
Suicidality, severe depression or anxiety, or alcohol or substance dependence present within the past 6 months
Moderate to severe sleep apnea risk per score of ≥ 3 on the Stop-Bang Questionnaire
current diagnosis of Narcolepsy
Wechsler Abbreviated Scale for Intelligence-Second Edition IQ score \< 80
Changes in prescribed or over-the-counter medications for sleep within prior month and planned during the study
Changes in tic or other psychotropic medication within prior month and planned during study
Caffeine use \> 3 cups per day
Behavior therapy for tics or sleep within prior 3 months
Travel across \> 2 time zones in prior month
Shift work, or irregular sleep schedule (i.e., nightly variation of \> 3 hours in bedtime or wake time, or time in bed duration \< 5.5 or \> 10 hours per night)
Raynaud's disease or severe cold sensitivity
Other major medical or neurological condition

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 Los Angeles?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05499741) has an active research site in Los Angeles, CA 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.

Tourette's Disorder Treatment Options in Los Angeles, CA

If you're searching for tourette's disorder treatment options in Los Angeles, CA, this clinical trial (NCT05499741) 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 Los Angeles research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced tourette's disorder 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.

Looking for more options? Browse all tourette's disorder clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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