Obstructive Sleep Apnea study: OurSleepKit
Official title OurSleepKit To Support CPAP Adherence
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06621511
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out if providing supportive information to patients and their partners via a mobile device improves how consistently they use their CPAP machine.
- Who it's for
- This study is looking for people recently diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea who are starting CPAP treatment, along with their partners.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive self-paced educational resources on their mobile devices before and during CPAP use. They will also answer short questionnaires about their experience and symptoms at five specific times.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts 6 months, requiring questionnaire responses at 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months, plus a possible 1-hour virtual discussion at the end.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- patients should be males or females (age≥18 years) with diagnosed OSA and candidates for CPAP therapy (with any type of pressure delivery mode), and...
- The partners of eligible patients will be recruited if they are not diagnosed with OSA and not using CPAP
- both partners should have their own mobile devices with access to the internet
You likely can't join if
- have a diagnosis of a sleep disorder other than OSA based on a polysomnogram (e.g., central sleep apnea, narcolepsy, or periodic limb movement...
- have planned bariatric surgery (as they typically quit CPAP after surgery)
- have a partner using CPAP
- are pregnant because the changes in respiration and sleep quality occurring with pregnancy may confound the results.
- couples with one or both partners doing regular overnight shift work or those unable to speak or write in English will be excluded.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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