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Sponsor:
VA Office of Research and Development
Location:
Code:
NCT05536076
Conditions
Sleep Apnea
SCI/D
Hypercapnia
Eligibility Criteria
Sex: All
Age: 18 - 70+
Healthy Volunteers: Not accepted
Interventions
Hypercapnia treatment
Sponsor:
Wayne State University
Location:
Code:
NCT03736382
Conditions
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Spinal Cord Injuries
Eligibility Criteria
Sex: All
Age: 18 - 60
Healthy Volunteers: Not accepted
Interventions
Mild intermittent hypoxia
Sham protocol
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
Sponsor:
VA Office of Research and Development
Location:
Code:
NCT05351827
Conditions
Spinal Cord Injuries
Autonomic Dysreflexia
Eligibility Criteria
Sex: All
Age: 18 - 60
Healthy Volunteers: Not accepted
Interventions
Mild Intermittent Hypoxia
Sham
Sponsor:
Stanford University
Location:
Code:
NCT03735004
Conditions
Transcranial Electrical Stimulation
Eligibility Criteria
Sex: All
Age: 18 - 70
Healthy Volunteers: Not accepted
Interventions
Transcranial electrostimulation (TES)
Sponsor:
Massachusetts General Hospital
Location:
Code:
NCT02112604
Conditions
Critically Ill
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Eligibility Criteria
Sex: All
Age: 18+
Healthy Volunteers: Not accepted
Interventions
Ventilator
Alice PDx
Pulmonary function test
Muscle strength tests
Grip strength measurement
Sponsor:
The Cleveland Clinic
Location:
Code:
NCT04752462
Conditions
Acute Decompensated Heart Failure
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Motivational Enhancement
PAP Adherence
Eligibility Criteria
Sex: All
Age: 18+
Healthy Volunteers: Not accepted
Interventions
Telemedicine Intensive Motivational Enhancement
Sponsor:
VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
Location:
Code:
NCT06039865
Conditions
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Eligibility Criteria
Sex: All
Age: 21+
Healthy Volunteers: Not accepted
Interventions
Immediate Intervention
Waitlist control
Sleep apnea clinical trials are research studies aimed at improving the diagnosis, management, and treatment of sleep apnea and related sleep disorders. These trials explore various interventions, such as home sleep apnea testing, in-lab polysomnography, and innovative treatment modalities, to enhance the quality of life for individuals affected by sleep apnea.
Clinical trials for sleep apnea are crucial for developing more effective and accessible diagnostic tools and treatments. They contribute to our understanding of sleep apnea's impact on overall health and can lead to breakthroughs in managing the condition, reducing associated health risks, and providing tailored interventions for diverse populations, including children and veterans.
In clinical trials for sleep apnea, various interventions are studied to assess their effectiveness in managing the condition. Some common types of interventions studied in sleep apnea clinical trials include:
Some studies focus on evaluating the effectiveness and convenience of home sleep apnea tests compared to traditional in-lab polysomnography, aiming to make diagnosis more accessible and comfortable for patients.
Other trials test various treatment approaches, such as the Apnea and Insomnia Relief (AIR) program, which may include behavioral therapy, sleep education, and other non-invasive treatments to address sleep apnea and related conditions like insomnia and stress disorders.
Some clinical trials may investigate the use of medications, such as nasal corticosteroids, oral appliances, or drugs targeting specific neurotransmitter systems, in managing sleep apnea symptoms or improving sleep quality.
Eligibility for sleep apnea clinical trials varies, with studies targeting specific age groups, from children to adults, and conditions related to sleep apnea, including obstructive sleep apnea syndromes, sleep disturbances, and associated health issues like Gulf War Illness. Participation criteria often include age, the severity of sleep apnea, and the presence of related conditions.
Participants can expect a thorough assessment to confirm eligibility, detailed information about the study's purpose, and monitoring throughout the trial to evaluate the intervention's effectiveness and any side effects. Trials may involve undergoing sleep tests, receiving treatment, and attending follow-up sessions to assess outcomes.
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