Myofunctional Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Snoring
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial is testing whether using a special device for mouth and throat exercises can help people with sleep apnea and snoring. The device aims to strengthen these muscles to keep the airway open during sleep.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires participants to stop their current obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) treatment for at least 3 days before testing. It does not specify other medications, so you may not need to stop taking them.
Is myofunctional therapy safe for humans?
How does myofunctional therapy differ from other treatments for obstructive sleep apnea and snoring?
Myofunctional therapy is unique because it involves exercises for the mouth and throat muscles to improve breathing during sleep, unlike other treatments that might use devices or surgery. This therapy can be done through exercises taught via a smartphone app, making it more accessible and non-invasive compared to traditional methods.12356
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Myofunctional therapy (MT) nozzle for obstructive sleep apnea and snoring?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Umesh Goswami, MBBS, MD
Principal Investigator
Mayo Clinic
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 with mild to moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and snoring, who have a smartphone to log water intake. They must stop any OSA treatments three days before the study. Excluded are those with significant weight changes, excessive daytime sleepiness despite treatment, major health issues affecting fluid intake or upper airway anatomy due to surgeries or conditions like Down's Syndrome.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants use the myofunctional therapy (MT) nozzle or placebo nozzle daily
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Myofunctional therapy (MT) nozzle
- Placebo nozzle
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Mayo Clinic
Lead Sponsor
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Collaborator
Remastered Sleep LLC
Collaborator
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Collaborator