We are seeking participants for our study, which is undertaking the functional identification of cortical and subcortical sites responsible for neurogenic hypertension in humans.
That is, we are looking at how the brain controls blood pressure in hypertension.
What is involved?
A fine microelectrode will be inserted through the skin into a nerve at the side of your leg. This will be used to record bursts of muscle sympathetic nerve activity while we scan your brain in an MRI machine. Both procedures are well-tolerated, but you shouldn't volunteer if you are not comfortable with needles or confined spaces.
Who can participate?
Anyone who has normal or high blood pressure and is aged between 18 and 80 years.
How much time is required?
An experiment typically takes 4 hours, of which you will be in the MRI machine for no more than 2 hours. You will be reimbursed $25 per hour for your time.
How can I find out more?
- Email Professor Vaughan Macefield, on vaughan.macefield@baker.edu.au
- Phone: (03) 8532 1866
- Website: baker.edu.au/research/staff/vaughan-macefield
Ethics Committee Project Number: H11462
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