CPAP for memory problems and sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether using a CPAP machine (which helps keep your airway open while you sleep) can improve memory and thinking in people who have both mild memory problems and sleep apnea. If you qualify, you will be asked to use the machine at home and have regular check-ins.
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Who can take part
- You must be 55 years old or older.
- You must have mild memory or thinking problems (called mild cognitive impairment).
- You must have moderate to severe sleep apnea (a condition where you stop breathing during sleep).
- You must be able to complete questionnaires and cognitive tests in English.
- You must have a study partner (friend or family member) to support you in the study.
- You must not have been treated for sleep apnea before.
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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