Could a sleep monitor help ALS patients breathe easier?
NCT ID NCT07502677
First seen Apr 03, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a wearable device called SleepImage can accurately detect respiratory failure in people with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). Researchers will compare the device's readings with standard overnight sleep tests in 15 patients. The goal is to find a simpler way to decide when to start non-invasive ventilation (breathing support), potentially improving quality of life and care timing.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
SleepImage device (wearable sleep monitor)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a simpler, home-based way to detect when ALS patients need breathing support, potentially improving timing of care.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study (15 people) testing a device, not a treatment. The device may not be accurate enough, and results may not apply to all ALS patients.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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