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Oromyofunctional Training: an Innovative Rehabilitation Program for Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Led by University Ghent · Updated on 2025-08-19
90
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
13 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common condition affecting children, impacting their overall health and quality of life. This research aims to evaluate orofacial myofunctional therapy as a new treatment option for pediatric OSA. The study focuses on children aged 6 to 12 years with OSA, especially those who may have limited treatment options beyond standard approaches like surgery. The study involves a 12-week program of orofacial myofunctional therapy, which includes exercises designed to correct abnormal mouth and tongue functions and strengthen muscles that keep the airway open. Participants will receive this therapy to see if it improves their sleep apnea symptoms and related quality of life outcomes. During the study, children will be assessed before and after the 12 weeks of therapy using various tests, including sleep studies, muscle strength measurements, and quality of life questionnaires. Researchers will track changes in apnea-hypopnea index (AHI), orofacial function scores, sleep quality, and patient-reported outcomes to understand the potential benefits and effects of this therapy.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Oromyofunctional Training: an Innovative Rehabilitation Program for Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Children aged between 6 and 12 years
- Diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea confirmed by polysomnography (AHI > 1)
You will not qualify if you...
- Previous history of orofacial myofunctional therapy
- Undergoing orthodontic treatment during the study period
- Receiving treatment for obstructive sleep apnea during the study period
- Presence of orofacial congenital deformities
- Mental retardation greater than 2 standard deviations above the 50th percentile
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 12 weeks
Participants undergo 12 weeks of orofacial myofunctional therapy consisting of oropharyngeal exercises to correct abnormal orofacial functions and strengthen upper airway muscles.
Weekly visits for therapy sessions
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Ghent University
Ghent, Belgium, 9000
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
J
Jolien Verbeke, MSc
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
1
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