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Biofeedback for Psoriasis
August 16, 2022 updated by: Bastyr University
A Proof-of-Concept Study Exploring HRV-Biofeedback for Psoriasis and Associated Psychological Comorbidities
We are conducting a proof-of-concept trial to study the impact of HRV-biofeedback, a mind-body technique designed to improve stress resilience, on the quality of life, mood, and clinical skin severity of patients with psoriasis.
Study Overview
Status
Recruiting
Conditions
Intervention / Treatment
Detailed Description
Psoriasis is a common, chronic stress-related disease of the skin and joints that is associated with significantly impaired quality of life (QoL) and psychological comorbidity, most notably anxiety, depression, and suicidality.
The objective of this study is to explore the influence of heart rate variability-biofeedback training (HRV-BF) on measures rating QoL, mental health, and clinical severity of psoriasis.
We aim to further understand the bidirectional relationship between stress and the skin and to determine whether HRV-BF has the potential to be a beneficial adjuvant therapy for psychocutaneous disorders.
A single-arm, proof-of-concept trial will be conducted using a modified, 7-week HRV-BF resiliency protocol at Bastyr University California in a small sample of subjects with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.
In order to measure the outcomes of the intervention on the clinical manifestations of psoriasis, we will be administering a set of validated, physician-rated and patient-reported questionnaires, including the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI), Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI), Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7), in addition to other HRV-BF-specific screening questionnaires to assess whether the subject has any contraindications to this protocol.
These assessments will be collected at baseline, end of trial, and at 1-month follow-up for statistical analysis.
The goal of this trial is to explore the novel application of HRV-BF for psychocutaneous disorders in order to fill a gap in the provision of evidence-based, integrative services addressing the serious and sometimes fatal psychological impacts of psoriasis.
Study Type
Interventional
Enrollment (Anticipated)
5
Phase
- Not Applicable
Contacts and Locations
This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.
Study Contact
- Name: Sarah Park, BS
- Phone Number: 6197368092
- Email: Jaehwa.park@bastyr.edu
Study Locations
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California
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San Diego, California, United States, 92101
- Recruiting
- Bastyr University Clinic
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Contact:
- Sarah Park, BS
- Phone Number: 503-997-6599
- Email: Jaehwa.park@bastyr.edu
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Sub-Investigator:
- Jae Hwa Park, BS
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Principal Investigator:
- Maya Roth, ND
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Participation Criteria
Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.
Eligibility Criteria
Ages Eligible for Study
18 years and older (ADULT, OLDER_ADULT)
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Genders Eligible for Study
All
Description
Inclusion Criteria:
- At least 18 years old
- Diagnosed with or are currently experiencing symptoms of psoriasis
- Located in San Diego or within driving distance
- Have daily access to a smart phone, computer, or tablet
- Able to read and understand English
Exclusion Criteria:
- High risk of suicidality
- History of chronic kidney disease
- Pacemaker
- Active pregnancy or treatment of cancer or HIV
Study Plan
This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.
How is the study designed?
Design Details
- Primary Purpose: SUPPORTIVE_CARE
- Allocation: NA
- Interventional Model: SINGLE_GROUP
- Masking: NONE
Arms and Interventions
Participant Group / Arm |
Intervention / Treatment |
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EXPERIMENTAL: HRV-Biofeedback
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A 7-week protocol using real-time feedback on heart rate variability
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What is the study measuring?
Primary Outcome Measures
Outcome Measure |
Time Frame |
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Psoriasis Area and Life Quality Index
Time Frame: 11 weeks
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11 weeks
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Dermatology Life Quality Index
Time Frame: 11 weeks
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11 weeks
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7
Time Frame: 11 weeks
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11 weeks
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Patient Health Questionnaire-9
Time Frame: 11 weeks
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11 weeks
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Collaborators and Investigators
This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.
Sponsor
Study record dates
These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.
Study Major Dates
Study Start (ACTUAL)
June 7, 2022
Primary Completion (ANTICIPATED)
December 31, 2022
Study Completion (ANTICIPATED)
March 31, 2023
Study Registration Dates
First Submitted
August 16, 2022
First Submitted That Met QC Criteria
August 16, 2022
First Posted (ACTUAL)
August 18, 2022
Study Record Updates
Last Update Posted (ACTUAL)
August 18, 2022
Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria
August 16, 2022
Last Verified
August 1, 2022
More Information
Terms related to this study
Additional Relevant MeSH Terms
Other Study ID Numbers
- 22-1714
Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)
Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?
NO
Drug and device information, study documents
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product
No
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