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Thermodynamic Exposure and Sleep in Military Cadets
Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina
Summary
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.
Official title: Hot, Cold, and Combined Thermodynamic Exposure to Improve Sleep Quality Among Military Cadets
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 30 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
45
Start Date
2026-07
Completion Date
2027-05
Last Updated
2026-05-19
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Cold Water Immersion
Participants will complete 14 daily sessions of cold-water immersion exposure.
High Heat Sauna
Participants will complete 14 evening sessions in the high heat sauna
Locations (1)
The Citadel Military College
Charleston, South Carolina, United States