Mouth device versus CPAP for moderate sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares two common treatments for moderate sleep apnea: a custom mouthpiece that gently advances your jaw, and a CPAP machine that blows air to keep your airway open. The goal is to see which treatment works better for improving sleep and daytime symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with moderate sleep apnea, with an AHI (a measure of breathing pauses) between 15 and 29.
- You are 18 years or older.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 35 or less, and your neck circumference is less than 44 cm (about 17 inches).
- Your teeth and gums are healthy: no gum disease or cavities needing treatment, and at least 20 teeth with a balanced bite.
- You have not had a stroke or a heart attack, and you do not have serious heart rhythm problems.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you do not have allergies to peanuts, soy, or eggs.
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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