Sleep therapy may protect hearts of PTSD patients
NCT ID NCT04498754
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether treating insomnia can reduce the risk of heart disease in people with PTSD. Researchers measured blood pressure, blood vessel health, and other heart risk factors in 140 adults aged 40-59. The goal was to see if improving sleep could also improve heart health.
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Duke University Medical Center
Durham, North Carolina, 27706, United States
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