Improving adherence to CPAP therapy for adults with sleep apnea
Motivational Enhancement and Device Support Interventions to Increase Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy Adherence in Adults with Obstructive Sleep Apnea
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-11175781
This study is looking for ways to help adults with obstructive sleep apnea stick to their CPAP therapy by trying out different support and motivation strategies, so they can feel better and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (OMAHA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11175781 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the adherence of adults with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy. It aims to identify effective motivational and device support interventions that can help patients initiate and maintain their CPAP usage over time. By addressing barriers such as knowledge deficits, low self-efficacy, and fragmented healthcare delivery, the study seeks to improve patient outcomes and reduce the health risks associated with untreated OSA. Participants will be engaged in various educational and behavioral strategies to determine which approaches yield the best results in long-term adherence.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea who are struggling with CPAP adherence.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have obstructive sleep apnea or those who are already fully compliant with CPAP therapy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the adherence rates to CPAP therapy, leading to better health outcomes for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that various interventions can improve CPAP adherence, but this study aims to fill existing knowledge gaps regarding the most effective strategies.
Where this research is happening
OMAHA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER — OMAHA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MILLER, JENNIFER NICOLE — UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: MILLER, JENNIFER NICOLE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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