Smart Pillows for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores how smart pillows can improve sleep for individuals who snore or have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep. Researchers aim to determine if better sleep also enhances mood, energy, heart health, and brain function. Participants include those who experience snoring or OSA, whether or not they have a sleep partner, and who own a smartphone. Individuals whose sleep or their partner's sleep is affected by snoring or OSA might be well-suited for this trial. As an unphased trial, this study provides a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research that could enhance sleep quality and overall well-being.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
You will not be required to stop taking any current treatments for snoring or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) that you are prescribed or using.
What prior data suggests that this smart pillow is safe for individuals with snoring issues or obstructive sleep apnea?
Research has shown that smart pillows are generally safe for people who snore or have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Studies have found that these pillows can significantly reduce snoring and improve blood oxygen levels, helping users sleep better without harm.
The smart pillow senses head position and adjusts the air inside to reduce snoring. Reports of serious side effects from using these pillows are absent, making them a well-tolerated option for those seeking to improve their sleep.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Unlike standard treatments for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which often include continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines or oral appliances, the smart pillow offers a non-invasive and user-friendly alternative. This innovative pillow is designed to automatically adjust its position to help open airways, potentially reducing snoring and easing OSA symptoms without the need for bulky equipment. Researchers are excited about the smart pillow because it represents a comfortable, easy-to-use solution that could improve sleep quality without the inconvenience or discomfort associated with traditional devices.
What evidence suggests that this smart pillow is effective for improving sleep quality in individuals with snoring issues or obstructive sleep apnea?
Research shows that smart pillows can help people who snore or have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) sleep better. One study found that using a smart pillow increased side-sleeping by 2.73 times, a position beneficial for reducing sleep issues. It also decreased sleep disruptions by 57% and reduced snoring by 31%. Another study found that smart pillows benefit people with mild to moderate OSA, enhancing their sleep quality. In this trial, participants in the smart pillow group will use this intervention to address snoring and OSA symptoms. These findings suggest that smart pillows could be a useful tool for better sleep and fewer related symptoms.12678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Chang Dae Lee, PhD
Principal Investigator
Indiana University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Pre-Evaluation
Participants and their sleep partners complete questionnaires related to sleep quality and depression, wear an actigraphy watch, and complete a daily sleep log and questionnaire.
Intervention
Participants use the smart pillow for 14 days, which adjusts head position to mitigate snoring and OSA symptoms.
Post-Evaluation
Participants and sleep partners repeat assessments from the Pre-Evaluation phase, including wearing the actigraphy watch and completing daily logs and questionnaires.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for any lasting effects on sleep quality and related health measures after discontinuing the use of the smart pillow.
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Smart Pillows
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
There is one group that will receive an intervention: the utilization of a smart pillow to mitigate snoring issues and OSA symptoms.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Indiana University
Lead Sponsor
Citations
Efficacy of a Smart Antisnore Pillow in Patients with ...
Untreated obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) increases the risk of cardiovascular, dementia, and motor vehicle accident events.
0768 Using an Intelligent Anti-Snoring Pillow for Positional ...
The results showed that the pillow increased side sleeping by 2.73 times, reduced AHI by 57%, and decreased snoring by 31%. CPAP maintained its ...
Efficacy of a Smart Antisnore Pillow in Patients with ...
We concluded that the SAP is an effective positional therapy device for patients with OSAS of mild-to-moderate severity. 1. Introduction.
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researchgate.net/publication/8118155_Sleep_Apnea_Avoidance_Pillow_Effects_on_Obstructive_Sleep_Apnea_Syndrome_and_Snoring(PDF) Sleep Apnea Avoidance Pillow Effects on ...
Overall, snoring was decreased or eliminated (p=0.017). Conclusion: A uniquely designed pillow (SONA Pillow) is effective in reducing the number ...
Memory Foam Pillow as an Intervention in Obstructive ...
In patients with mild sleep-disordered breathing, optimal pillow usage may reduce snoring and improves sleep quality efficiency and, by extent, depth (2).
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nitetronic.com
nitetronic.com/blogs/blog/smart-anti-snore-pillows-for-obstructive-sleep-apnea-an-evaluation-of-efficacy-and-safetySmart Anti snore Pillows for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Explore the efficacy and safety of smart anti-snore pillows for obstructive sleep apnea. Improve your sleep quality today.
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