SLEEP APNEA, OBSTRUCTIVE

This study tested whether managing sleep apnea remotely (via telemedicine) can lower blood pressure as effectively as traditional in-person clinic visits. About 344 adults with suspected obstructive sleep apnea took part. Researchers compared 24-hour blood pressure readings betwe…

This study tested a 12-month remote weight loss program for 696 veterans with obstructive sleep apnea and obesity. Participants watched videos, tracked food and activity, and had access to a lifestyle coach. The goal was to improve sleep-related quality of life and reduce weight.…

This study looked at whether a home sleep apnea test (HSAT) works as well as an in-lab sleep study for children who had their tonsils removed to treat obstructive sleep apnea. Sixty-two children aged 5-12 took both tests. The goal was to see if the home test could accurately meas…

This study tested a wearable ring device (Belun Ring) to screen for obstructive sleep apnea in 70 adults. The ring measured oxygen levels, pulse, and body position during a standard sleep study. The goal was to see how well the ring's results matched the standard sleep test. This…

This study looked at whether using oral cryotherapy (like ice chips) after robotic surgery for sleep apnea can reduce sore throat and improve daily life. 64 adults who had the surgery took part. The goal was to see if this simple, cold treatment could help with pain and make it e…

This early study tested if a small electrode placed near a nerve in the neck could help people with obstructive sleep apnea. 14 participants had the device temporarily placed during a procedure. The main goal was to see if the nerve could be safely reached and stimulated to move …

This study aimed to find factors that predict sleep apnea in people with Down syndrome, a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep. Researchers studied 40 adults with Down syndrome using sleep tests and heart monitoring. The goal was to help doctors diagnose sleep …

This study looked at whether a special camera test done during sleep (called drug-induced sleep endoscopy) can help doctors choose the right non-CPAP treatment for people with obstructive sleep apnea. 35 adults who could not use CPAP took part. The goal was to see if this approac…

This study tested two methods for positioning the jaw in dental sleep appliances for obstructive sleep apnea. Eleven adults each tried both a standard forward-jaw technique and a technique guided by speech sounds. The goal was to see if both methods work equally well at managing …

This study tested a new approach for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by placing small electrodes near nerves and muscles in the throat to see if stimulation could improve airflow during sleep. 35 adults with moderate to severe OSA took part. The goal was to see if the technique is …

This study looked at how sleep apnea and low oxygen levels impact muscle strength and lung function in 30 adults with chronic spinal cord injury. Participants had hand grip strength and muscle activity measured to compare those with and without sleep apnea. The goal was to better…

This study looked at whether treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can also reduce pain and problems in the jaw and face, known as temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Researchers examined 40 adults with OSA before they started any treatment and again after at least 18 months of t…

This early study tested if a small electrode placed near the nerve that controls tongue movement could help people with obstructive sleep apnea. 14 adults who could not use standard CPAP machines took part. The main goal was to see if the nerve could be safely reached and stimula…

This study looked at how much each millimeter of advancement of an oral appliance (a custom mouthpiece) helps people with sleep apnea. Twenty adults with moderate or severe sleep apnea who could not use a CPAP machine took part. Researchers measured changes in breathing pauses an…

This study looked at whether a nutrition and behavior change program could help reduce sleep apnea in people who are overweight or obese. About 400 adults took part, and researchers measured changes in sleep apnea risk, daytime sleepiness, and weight loss. The goal was to see if …