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A patch that may rescue Post-Night-Shift sleep – tested in doctors

NCT ID NCT07785960

Symptom relief Sponsor: SuperPatch Limited LLC Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a drug-free vibrotactile patch, worn during sleep after night shifts, can improve sleep recovery in doctors. Twenty doctors who work regular night shifts will wear either the active patch or a sham patch across 3-4 post-shift sleep episodes. Researchers will measure sleep quality, heart rate, and self-reported sleep disturbance to see if the patch helps. The goal is to assess feasibility and gather early data on its potential benefits.

What this could mean

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Active substance
A drug-free, non-invasive vibrotactile (haptic) patch applied to the skin before post-night-shift sleep, intended to support recovery signals around sleep.
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to help shift workers recover better sleep after night shifts, potentially improving alertness and well-being.
What could go wrong
This is a small early feasibility study, so results may not prove effectiveness. The patch may not improve sleep, and some people may find the adhesive irritating.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 20 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2026

Expected to finish

Oct 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A company

The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult doctors (≥18 years) working regular night shifts * Able to provide informed consent and comply with remote study procedures * Willing to wear a sleep-tracking wearable during the study period * Willing to apply an adhesive study patch during designated post-shift sleep episodes Exclusion Criteria: * Known allergy/sensitivity to adhesives or significant dermatologic condition affecting patch placement * Concurrent use of another device adhered to the body at the same site that could interfere with patch placement * Any condition judged by investigators to make participation unsafe or data uninterpretable (e.g., acute illness impacting sleep)

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

circadian rhythm sleep disorder circadian rhythm sleep disorder, shift work type insomnia

As listed by the trial registrant

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Shift work sleep disorder Shift work sleep disorders Shift work type circadian rhythm sleep disorder

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Vichag Ltd

    Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2GW, United Kingdom

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