Mouth and face exercises for childhood sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether simple exercises for the mouth, tongue, and face can help children with mild sleep apnea breathe better during sleep. It's a non-surgical, drug-free approach that may be a good option for kids who haven't tried other treatments.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 6 and 12 years old.
- They must have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) through a sleep study.
- They cannot have had any previous therapy for mouth and face muscles (orofacial myofunctional therapy).
- They cannot be in braces or other orthodontic treatment during the study.
- They cannot be currently receiving any other treatment for sleep apnea.
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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