Mouth exercises for sleep apnea with mouthguard therapy
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether specific mouth and throat exercises can help people with sleep apnea who already use a mandibular advancement device (a type of mouthguard). The goal is to see if adding exercises improves sleep and breathing.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
- You are 20 years or older.
- You wear a mandibular advancement device (MAD) — a mouthguard that pushes your lower jaw forward — and it is set to at least half of the maximum amount you can open.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is under 35.
- You are not pregnant.
- You do not have severe lung disease, high-risk heart problems, or uncontrolled chronic illnesses.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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