Sleep apnea study tests new way to measure arm function
NCT ID NCT07465874
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a simple arm exercise test, called the 6-Minute Pegboard and Ring Test, can reliably measure upper body function in adults with obstructive sleep apnea. Researchers will compare test results with sleep study data and questionnaires. The goal is to improve how doctors assess daily function in people with sleep apnea.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 80 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Mar 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Nov 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
Adults diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea based on polysomnography who are followed in the Sleep Center of Mardin Training and Research Hospital will be included in the study. Participants will be classified into mild, moderate, and severe obstructive sleep apnea groups according to the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI). In addition, age- and sex-matched healthy individuals without obstructive sleep apnea will be recruited as a control group.
- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Being between 18 and 65 years of age Having a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) confirmed by polysomnography Having sufficient cognitive ability to understand and follow the test instructions Having adequate shoulder range of motion to elevate the upper extremities above head level for performing the 6PBRT Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study and providing written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of neurological diseases that may significantly affect upper extremity function (e.g., stroke, multiple sclerosis, peripheral neuropathy) Severe orthopedic conditions limiting upper extremity movement (e.g., advanced shoulder pathology, recent surgery, severe contracture) Unstable cardiopulmonary conditions (e.g., recent myocardial infarction, decompensated heart failure, uncontrolled arrhythmia, acute COPD/asthma exacerbation) Acute infection, febrile illness, or severe clinical exacerbation within the last 4 weeks Pain severe enough to interfere with the test or any clinical condition preventing the safe administration of the test
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Locations
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Mardin Artuklu University
Mardin, Mardin, 47510, Turkey (Türkiye)
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