Could a tiny implant cure your snoring? new trial tests nerve zap for sleep apnea

NCT ID NCT07049744

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This pilot study tests a device implanted in the neck that stimulates nerves to keep the airway open during sleep. It is for adults with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea who cannot use a CPAP machine. The study will check if the device is safe and improves sleep quality in 30 participants over several months.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
XII Medical HGNS System (implantable nerve stimulator)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a new treatment option for people with obstructive sleep apnea who cannot use a CPAP machine.
What could go wrong
This is a small early pilot study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device requires surgery and carries risks like infection or nerve damage.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Canberra ENT

    RECRUITING

    Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

  • Perth Head & Neck Surgery

    RECRUITING

    Perth, Western Australia, Australia

  • Princess Alexandra Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

  • The Wollongong Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Wollongong, New South Wales, 2500, Australia

  • Westmead Hospital / Chris O'Brien Lifehouse

    RECRUITING

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

  • Woolcock Institute Of Medical Research

    RECRUITING

    Sydney, New South Wales, 2113, Australia

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