Driving simulator test for sleepiness in sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a new driving simulator test (like a video game) to measure daytime sleepiness, compared to the standard sleepiness test. It looks at people with sleep apnea who temporarily stop using their CPAP machine, to see if the new test is accurate.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older and have a valid driver's license.
- You have a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and have been using CPAP therapy regularly for at least 6 months (using it 5+ hours per night, on more than 80% of nights).
- You wear contact lenses that correct vision problems (like nearsightedness or farsightedness).
- You do NOT get motion sickness easily (dizziness or nausea in a car or simulator).
- You are not a professional driver (like a truck or taxi driver) during the study period.
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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