Plain-English translation of NCT06994247 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.
Sleep apnea is a serious condition where your breathing stops repeatedly during sleep, and CPAP machines help by keeping your airway open. However, many people struggle to use their machines consistently. This study is testing whether a single motivational phone call from a doctor one month after starting treatment can help you stick with using your CPAP machine and improve your health outcomes.
Many patients stop using their CPAP machines because they find them uncomfortable or aren't motivated enough to keep going, even though consistent use is crucial for managing sleep apnea and preventing serious health problems. This trial wants to see if a simple, supportive phone call can make a real difference in helping people stay committed to their treatment.
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You'll start by taking a sleep test and completing three short questionnaires about your mood, personality, and confidence in managing sleep apnea. Then you'll be randomly assigned to either receive a supportive phone call from a doctor one month after starting your CPAP machine, or to a control group with standard care only. At three months, you'll return for a follow-up visit so the researchers can check how consistently you've been using your machine by downloading data from your device.
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