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Massage Impact on Sleep in Pediatric Oncology

Massage Impact on Sleep in Pediatric Oncology

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Description

This study enrolls patients with cancer diagnoses who are expected to be hospitalized (inpatient) for at least 21 days. The purpose of this study is to determine whether a 21 day individualized massage therapy intervention, when compared to a control group, is associated with improved sleep and more robust circadian rhythms.

Eligibility and criteria


IRB Number:
24-022048
Eligible age range:
12 years - 21 years
Clinical trial phase:
Pilot
Official title:
Massage Impact on Sleep in Hospitalization for Pediatric Oncology and Stem Cell Transplant Patients

What to expect

Patients in the research will:
  • Be randomized (like flipping a coin) to either the massage therapy intervention group or to the control group
  • Receive up to 5 research massages a week for 21 days (intervention group only)
  • Wear an actigraph device (like a wrist watch) to track your rest and wake activity for 21 days
  • Complete sleep diaries and questionnaires
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