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Prospective quantitative kinematic assessment of patients with normal pressure hydrocephalus
The purpose of this research is to better understand balance and walking in patients with normal pressure hydrocephalus. Balance and walking problems in patients with normal pressure hydrocephalus do not respond well to the typical medication treatments. This research study uses small wearable devices that attach to your clothing and can measure your body’s location while performing walking and balance tests.
Principal Investigator: Robert McGovern, MD
Age Group: 18 years and over
IRB Number: STUDY00010297
Inclusion Criteria:
People who are suspected of having Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) and scheduled to have inpatient admission for a trial lumbar drain
Exclusion Criteria:
• People who have dementia of sufficient severity to impair their ability to make health-care decisions
• People who have other types of Parkinson's Disease
• People who are unable to stand without help
Conditions: Brain & Nervous System
Keywords: Normal pressure hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus, Balance, Incontinence, Dementia
Safety and Acceptability of Patient -administered Sedation During Mechanical Ventilation
This study is comparing the benefits and adverse effects of two delivery methods to help patients relax and decrease anxiety during his/her time on mechanical ventilation. This study is not examining the medication but rather the process of how the patient receives the sedation medication: patient controlled or usual care.
Principal Investigator: Craig Weinert
Age Group: 18 years and over
IRB Number: 1605M88241
Inclusion Criteria:
• receiving mechanical ventilation (ventilator) in the Intensive Care Unit
• receiving medication for sedation or pain
Exclusion Criteria:
• prone (facing down) ventilation being used
• low blood pressure that is being treated with medication
• unstable medical condition (staff will review)
Conditions: Brain & Nervous System, Respiratory System
Keywords: ICU, Intensive Care Unit, Pain, Ventilator