Study Details
The CARE Study: Confirming the Effects of Acupuncture Treatments to Relieve Symptoms of Gulf War Illness
(IRB#: IRB_00181526)
This study is being conducted to learn whether acupuncture may help improve symptoms experienced by veterans with Gulf War Illness (GWI). GWI is a chronic condition that affects some veterans who were exposed to environmental hazards during military service and can cause symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and difficulty with physical functioning. The goal of this research is to help develop better treatments that may reduce symptoms and improve the quality of life for veterans with Gulf War Illness.
- All genders
- Over 18 years old
- Volunteers with special conditions
- In Person
- Paid
Who can participate?
Gender: All genders
Age: Over 18 years old
Volunteers: Volunteers with special conditions
Location: In Person
Inclusion Criteria
- Deployed to the Gulf Theater of operations, as defined by 38 CFR 3.317, includes Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, the Gulf of Aden, the Gulf of Oman, the Persian Gulf, the Arabian Sea, the Red Sea, and the airspace above all of these locations between August 1990 and February 1991.
- Provide an email or address to receive study-related documents and instructions.
- They have at least 2 of the following symptoms from the 3 CDC clusters of symptoms that have lasted for more than 6 months. Each symptom cluster must be characterized as mild-moderate or severe with at least one symptom in each cluster required to be severe. The clusters are: A-Fatigability - fatigue 24 hours or more after exertion B-Mood and Cognition - feeling depressed or feeling irritable or difficulty thinking or concentrating, or feeling worried, tense, anxious, or problems finding words or problems getting to sleep. C-Musculoskeletal - joint pain or muscle pain
Exclusion Criteria
- Currently enrolled in another clinical trial
- Have another disease that likely could account for the symptoms, as determined by our Medical Monitor
- Have another disease that likely could account for the symptoms, as determined by our Medical Monitor
- Unable to complete study activities based on the evaluation of the Medical Monitor
- Women and/or minorities are not excludedomen and/or minorities are not excluded
Will I be paid for my time?
Yes
IRB#: IRB_00181526
PI: Lisa Taylor-Swanson
Department: NURSING RESEARCH
Approval Date: 2024-12-11 07:00:00
Study Categories: Brain Health Studies, Mental Health and Well-being Studies
I am Interested