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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Study contacts
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Contact
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Locations
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Canberra ENT
RECRUITINGCanberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Perth Head & Neck Surgery
RECRUITINGPerth, Western Australia, Australia
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Princess Alexandra Hospital
RECRUITINGBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
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The Wollongong Hospital
RECRUITINGWollongong, New South Wales, 2500, Australia
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Westmead Hospital / Chris O'Brien Lifehouse
RECRUITINGSydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Woolcock Institute Of Medical Research
RECRUITINGSydney, New South Wales, 2113, Australia
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