Using light therapy to help people stick to CPAP treatment for sleep apnea
Exploring the Use of Phototherapy to Improve CPAP Compliance
This study is testing if light therapy can help people with sleep apnea stick to their CPAP treatment better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 1 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Alberta Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Edmonton, Alberta) |
| Trial ID | NCT06960161 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study explores the use of photobiomodulation (PBM), a type of light therapy, to improve compliance with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. PBM is known for its ability to enhance biological functions and may help stabilize the upper airway, potentially reducing snoring and sleep-disordered breathing. The study will involve administering PBM to patients who have difficulty tolerating CPAP, assessing its effectiveness in improving their adherence to treatment. The approach aims to combine PBM with existing therapies to enhance overall treatment outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults currently using CPAP who experience issues with tolerance or snoring.
Not a fit: Patients who are not using CPAP will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve CPAP compliance and overall sleep quality for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
How similar studies have performed: While PBM has shown promise in improving sleep quality and reducing snoring in other contexts, its application specifically for enhancing CPAP compliance is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * using CPAP * problems with CPAP tolerance/snoring Exclusion Criteria: * not using CPAP
Where this trial is running
Edmonton, Alberta
- Enjoy Dental — Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Enoch Ng
- Email: enoch@ualberta.ca
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.