Finding better treatments for sleepiness in patients with sleep disordered breathing.

Improving outcomes for patients with SDB and insufficient sleep

NIH-funded research Wayne State University · NIH-10689812

This study is looking at how not getting enough sleep affects people with sleep disordered breathing and is testing whether a new sleep program or the usual breathing machine helps them feel less tired and more alert during the day, while also checking how these treatments might help with high blood pressure.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionWayne State University NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Detroit, United States)
Project IDNIH-10689812 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates how insufficient sleep affects patients with sleep disordered breathing (SDB) and aims to improve their treatment outcomes. The study will compare a cognitive-behavioral sleep-time extension program with traditional positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy to see which method better reduces daytime sleepiness and fatigue. Researchers will also examine how these treatments impact blood pressure in patients with hypertension. By focusing on improving alertness and reducing sleepiness, the research seeks to enhance the quality of life for affected individuals.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who experience sleepiness and have been diagnosed with sleep disordered breathing.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have sleep disordered breathing or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment options for patients suffering from sleepiness related to sleep disordered breathing.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in using cognitive-behavioral approaches to improve sleep outcomes, suggesting potential success for this study's approach.

Where this research is happening

Detroit, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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