SIESTA: Solving Insomnia Electronically: Sleep Treatment for Asthma

STUDY BASICS

Do you have asthma and insomnia? Are you 18-75 years old? If so, you may be able to take part in a research study to find out if insomnia treatment can reduce both sleep problems and asthma symptoms. Study visits may be completed in person, or remotely via phone or video conferencing. Compensation provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

Asthma is a chronic condition that causes swelling and inflammation of the airways, making it difficult to breathe. Many people who have asthma also have insomnia (trouble sleeping). Research has shown that insomnia can worsen a person’s asthma and increase the risk of having an asthma attack. The purpose of this study is to help researchers find out if an online behavioral treatment for insomnia can help improve sleep and asthma control in adults with asthma and sleep problems.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Ages 18-75
• Have asthma and are using an inhaled asthma medication such as Qvar, Flovent, Asmanex, Advair, Symbicort, or Dulera; or are using the oral medication Singulair on a regular basis
• Have insomnia (trouble sleeping)
• Have an email address with reliable internet access
• Are a non-smoker or quit smoking at least one year ago

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

Participation involves an initial online screening and 3 visits that may be done in person or remotely via phone or video conferencing. Each visit will last 1-2 hours. At the first visit, you will complete questionnaires and perform a test to measure how well you blow air out of your lungs. If your visit is in person, you will also complete lung function testing, an exhaled nitric oxide test, and a blood draw. All participants will be provided with a home sleep apnea test, an activity monitor to wear at home, a peak flow meter, and instructions for how to fill out a daily sleep diary on your computer. You will then be randomly assigned (like the flip of a coin) to one of two interventions for your sleep problem:

• Online behavioral insomnia treatment group: Participate in a 6-week self-guided, interactive, online program that is tailored to your specific sleep problems
• Enhanced usual care group: View a 20-30 minute animated online video about sleep and sleep habits You will then return for visits post-treatment, during which you will repeat the procedures from your first visit.