Clinical trial for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Official title Low-Tech Treatments for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07301710
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if sleep gets better after 3 months of high‑resistance or low‑resistance breathing exercises. It also compares results between people who have had a traumatic brain injury and those who have not.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have obstructive sleep apnea, with or without a history of traumatic brain injury.
- What's involved
- Participants will do breathing exercises and drink water as instructed. They will have sleep tests and check‑ins to track changes.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 3 months, with regular visits and sleep assessments during that time.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- New diagnosis of OSA (AHI, ≥ 5) or failure of first-line OSA treatment;
- Willingness to forego first-line OSA treatment or stop current OSA treatment for 3 months;
- Ability to follow directions and perform the required exercises;
- Age between 18-65 yr.
You likely can't join if
- Current use of OSA treatment;
- Medical comorbidities that require restricting fluid intake (e.g., dysphagia, renal disease, liver disease, hyponatremia);
- Severe nasal obstruction; 4) severe ankyloglossia; 4) craniofacial abnormality; 5) severe pulmonary disease
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Bethesda, 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?
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 to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Bethesda, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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