Could a piece of tape cure your snoring? new study tests the idea

NCT ID NCT06587256

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a silicone mouth tape worn during sleep can reduce snoring and improve sleep quality in people with mild sleep apnea or simple snoring. About 100 adults with a bed partner will use the tape for a period, and both the snorer and partner will report on snoring, sleep quality, and how easy the tape was to use. The goal is to find a cheap, easy alternative to CPAP or surgery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: silicone mouth tape
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost, non-invasive option to reduce snoring and improve sleep quality for snorers and their partners.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-phase trial with only 100 participants. The tape may be uncomfortable, fall off during sleep, or not reduce snoring enough to make a real difference.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obstructive sleep apnea syndrome sleep apnea syndrome Snoring

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MILD OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA SNORING

Contacts and locations

Locations

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
RECRUITING

Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States

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