Electric zaps to tongue could reveal best way to stop snoring
NCT ID NCT07466888
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests how different frequencies of electrical stimulation affect tongue muscles in 28 adults at high risk for sleep apnea. During a single visit, participants receive five different stimulation frequencies in random order. Researchers measure changes in tongue muscle thickness, length, and strength using ultrasound and a pressure device, along with discomfort levels. The goal is to find which frequency works best for future treatments.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Functional electrical stimulation device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help identify the most effective stimulation frequency for treating obstructive sleep apnea by strengthening tongue muscles.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early, small study (28 people) looking only at immediate muscle changes, not long-term sleep improvement. The results may not lead to a practical treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Seoul National University Bundang Hospital
RECRUITINGGyeonggi-do, Seongnam-si, 463-707, South Korea
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