Mild Obstructive Sleep Apnea study: Mouth Tape
Official title Study to Examine the Effect of Silicone Mouth Tape on Snoring and Mild Sleep Apnea.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06587256
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will find out if mouth tape is safe and can lower snoring and mild sleep apnea signs for the sleeper and their bed partner.
- Who it's for
- Adults who snore and have mild obstructive sleep apnea (or just simple snoring).
- What's involved
- Participants will apply a silicone tape over their mouth while sleeping and will attend study visits for sleep measurements and questionnaires.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
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Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients with a body mass index of 35 kg/m2 with a self-reported history of snoring and a bed partner who can provider answers to about the...
You likely can't join if
- Allergy to silicone mouth tape, chronic lung disease, facial hair preventing wearing of the tape
- Grade 3+ or 4+ tonsils, prior palatal or tongue surgery.
- Patients may not have any form of chronic or acute hypoventilation.
- Patients must be able to tolerate breathing through their nose with the mouth tape in place for at least 3 minutes.
- Patients may not be pregnant
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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