Plain-English translation of NCT05527652 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing a device called the Self-Supporting Nasopharyngeal Airway (ssNPA) to help children who have weak throat muscles and experience breathing problems during sleep, a condition called obstructive sleep apnea. The device is a small tube that sits in the back of the nose to keep the airway open while your child sleeps. Researchers want to see if this device can reduce breathing interruptions and help your child sleep better.
Many children with weak throat muscles struggle to breathe properly at night, which can affect their sleep quality and daytime behavior. This trial exists to see whether this new breathing device might work better or be easier to use than current treatments like continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines.
You likely qualify if…
You likely don't qualify if…
Half of the children will receive the breathing device right away and learn how to use it at home during sleep. The other half will be placed on a waitlist for 8 weeks while continuing any current treatments, and then have the option to cross over to the device group. All participants will have follow-up visits at 8 weeks to see how well the device is working and check for any side effects. Your child may also need to complete a sleep study at the end to measure improvement.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 6, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Sponsor
University of Michigan
Collaborators
National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Enrollment target
~40 participants
Started
November 2022
Primary completion
December 2026
Age range
3 Years – 21 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in March 2026.
Reach out to the team running this trial. Response times vary — some teams are faster than others.
Central contact
David A Zopf, MD
The University of Wisconsin
Tell us you're interested and we'll help connect you with the research team. We'll walk you through what to expect first — no email needed to get started.