Thermodynamic Exposure and Sleep in Military Cadets
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Conditions studied: Cold-water Immersion, High Heat Sauna, Combination of Cold-water Immersion and High Heat Sauna
In brief
This pilot study investigates the effects of cold-water immersion, traditional sauna use, and their combination on sleep architecture and psychological health in military cadets. The study uses wearable technologies including the Oura Ring to collect objective sleep and physiological data.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07201935
- Run by
- Medical University of South Carolina
- People needed
- 45
- Starts
- 2026-07-01
- Expected to finish
- 2027-05-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-05-19
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 30. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- 18 - 30 years of age 2. Enrolled military cadet at the Citadel Military College. 3. Access to a smartphone with access to appropriate app marketplace (Apple iOS 15, Android 8.0 or newer) and reliable data access.
- Ability to access and operate Oura Ring application. Exclusion Criteria
- Medical contraindications to continuous wearing of the Oura Ring.
- Current diagnosis of neurological conditions that impact vascular blood flow or the individual's ability to regulate temperature.
- History of cardio-vascular conditions or history of poor blood circulation.
- History of heat stroke or known sensitivity to hot/cold environments.
- Currently taking medications that impair fluid balance, thermoregulation, blood flow, respiration, or heart rate.
- Known dermatological disease aggravated by changes in temperature.
- Pregnant or trying to become pregnant within the study timeframe. Urine samples will be provided by interested female cadets to ensure they are not pregnant.
Where it is running
- The Citadel Military College — Charleston, South Carolina, United States
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