Tongue power test may unlock sleep apnea secrets in kids

NCT ID NCT07273019

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study checks tongue strength in 78 children with suspected obstructive sleep apnea. Researchers use a device to measure tongue pressure during pushing and swallowing. They compare results to healthy kids to see if weak tongue muscles are linked to sleep problems.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could reveal tongue muscle weaknesses in children with sleep apnea, pointing toward new therapies like tongue exercises.

What could go wrong

This is an early observational study with only 78 children. It does not test any treatment, so it may not lead to direct benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obstructive sleep apnea syndrome sleep apnea syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Hôpital Femme-Mère-Enfant : Service d'épileptologie clinique, des troubles du sommeil et de neurologie fonctionnelle de l'enfant

    RECRUITING

    Bron, 69500, France

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