Nasal suction device for sleep apnea and memory problems
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a device that applies gentle suction through your nose (intranasal negative pressure) to treat sleep apnea, and checks whether that can improve memory and thinking. It is for people who have both sleep apnea and mild memory or thinking problems.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 50 and 75 years old.
- You need a diagnosis of moderate-to-severe sleep apnea (from a sleep test) and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) — noticeable memory or thinking problems but not dementia.
- You must be okay wearing a small nasal device (iNAP) for a half-hour test—no major mouth or stomach irritation.
- If you take memory-related medications, the dose must stay the same for at least 3 months before the study starts.
- You cannot have other sleep disorders (like severe insomnia or restless legs), serious mental illness, recent heart or brain events, or certain brain conditions.
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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