Recruiting Studies
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Top Cities for Sleep Apnea Clinical Trials
Sleep Apnea clinical trials are recruiting across 115 cities. Here are the cities with the most active studies:
Sleep Apnea Trial Phases
72 research organizations are sponsoring sleep apnea trials.
About Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common form. Treatment includes CPAP therapy, oral appliances, lifestyle changes, and in some cases surgery.
Clinical trials are advancing new treatments for sleep apnea. Currently, 100 studies are recruiting a combined 43,512 participants across the United States. Research is being conducted by 72 organizations including University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, Sairam Parthasarathy, Vertanical GmbH and 69 others.
2026 Sleep Apnea Research Landscape
As of October 2026, the sleep apnea clinical trial landscape includes 100 actively recruiting studies across 115 cities in the United States. These studies are collectively seeking 43,512 participants, with an average enrollment target of 435 per study.
The research spans multiple phases of development: 33 studies are in NA, 22 studies are in PHASE2, 10 studies are in PHASE3, 8 studies are in PHASE1, 7 studies are in PHASE4, 1 study is in EARLY_PHASE1. The presence of Phase 3 trials indicates that some sleep apnea treatments are in late-stage testing and may be approaching regulatory review.
Research is being led by 72 different organizations, including University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, Sairam Parthasarathy, Vertanical GmbH, University of California, Los Angeles, Eli Lilly and Company, and 67 others. The large number of sponsors reflects significant research interest and investment in sleep apnea treatment advancement.
Geographically, sleep apnea trials are most concentrated in Miami, Florida (8 trials); Boston, Massachusetts (8 trials); Aurora, Colorado (7 trials); Detroit, Michigan (7 trials); Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (7 trials) and 7 other cities.
Featured Sleep Apnea Studies
Highlighted recruiting studies for sleep apnea, selected by enrollment size and research scope.
Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative 2
The overarching intention of the Eating Disorder Genetics Initiative 2 (EDGI2) is to increase sample size, diversity, and eating disorder phenotypes. The investigators are enrolling 20,000 new participants with anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), binge-eating disorder (BED), avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), and controls in the US, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden, ...
A Comparative Effectiveness Study of Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) Therapy, Dental Device, and Atomoxetine-Oxybutynin for Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Adults
Researchers want to identify which treatments for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) work best and are easiest for patients to use consistently. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned one of three OSA treatments: traditional PAP therapy, a dental device, or a combination of two FDA-approved medications (atomoxetine and oxybutynin) that are currently approved for other conditions. Over the cour...
Efficacy and Safety of VER-01 in the Treatment of Participants With Chronic Painful Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
The aim of the trial is to prove the efficacy and safety of VER-01 compared to placebo in patients with chronic painful lumbosacral radiculopathy (PLSR) for whom drug treatment is indicated and previous optimized treatments with non-opioid analgesics have not led to sufficient pain relief or were unsuitable due to contraindications or intolerance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep Apnea Clinical Trials
Are there sleep apnea clinical trials near me?
Yes, there are 100 sleep apnea clinical trials currently recruiting across 115+ cities in the United States, including Miami, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; Aurora, Colorado. Browse the studies above to find one at a location convenient for you.
How do I join a sleep apnea clinical trial?
To join a sleep apnea clinical trial: 1) Browse the available studies on this page, 2) Click on a study that interests you, 3) Check the study locations to find a site near you, 4) Review the eligibility criteria, and 5) Contact the study site or complete the eligibility form. The process is free and you can withdraw at any time.
Are sleep apnea clinical trials free?
Yes, participation in sleep apnea clinical trials is free. Study-related treatments, medical tests, and doctor visits are provided at no cost to participants. Many studies also offer compensation for your time and travel expenses.
What types of sleep apnea treatments are being studied?
Current sleep apnea clinical trials are testing a range of approaches across NA (33 studies), PHASE2 (22 studies), PHASE3 (10 studies), PHASE1 (8 studies), PHASE4 (7 studies), EARLY_PHASE1 (1 study). These include new drugs, combination therapies, medical devices, and other interventions sponsored by 72 research organizations.
Is it safe to participate in sleep apnea clinical trials?
Clinical trials are carefully regulated by the FDA and institutional review boards (IRBs). All trials must follow strict safety protocols, and participants receive close medical monitoring throughout the study. You can withdraw from a trial at any time without penalty.
Data updated October 17, 2026 from ClinicalTrials.gov
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