Short break from nerve stimulation therapy and heart health
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at what happens to your heart health and metabolism when you stop using a nerve stimulator for sleep apnea for a short time. It may help understand the risks and benefits of taking a break from this therapy.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and can speak English
- You use a hypoglossal nerve stimulator for sleep apnea and it has been working well for at least 3 months
- You use the stimulator for more than 20 hours each week for the last month
- You either didn't use any sleep apnea treatment for a month before starting the stimulator, or you had a month without treatment after the stimulator was turned on
- You are not taking strong painkillers or illegal drugs, and you don't have alcohol dependency
- You are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant
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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