Feasibility of the Use of Weighted Blankets to Improve Sleep Among Patients With Hematological Malignancies

Summary

The goal of this clinical research study is to learn about the effects of weighted blankets on sleep quality in patients with blood cancers. Weighted blankets are heavier blankets that contain inner weight beads. The deep pressure stimulation induced by these blankets can have a calming effect.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Outpatient at MD Anderson Cancer Center
2. Adult patients ≥ 18 years
3. Diagnosis of hematological malignancy
4. ESAS Sleep\>/=4
5. Performance status as measured by Eastern Cooperative Oncology Practice group (ECOG) score of 2 or below

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Platelet count of 25 or below
2. History of seizures/intracranial metastasis/ sleep apnea/restless leg syndrome/paralysis
3. Weight less than 150 lbs.
4. Attending physician assessment of prognosis with expected life expectancy of \<1 month
5. Patients who are unable to tolerate their blankets/sheets in the night due to medical conditions such as pain, peripheral neuropathy, night sweats, hot flashes etc.
6. Patients with difficulty breathing, disorders of poor circulation, fragile skin, rash, or open wounds, or by those who are claustrophobic or cleithrophobic.
7. Prior use of weighted blankets within the past 1-year

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