Sleep Apnea in Paralympic Ontario-Resident aThletes With Spinal Cord Injury (SPORTS) Study

Last updated: March 25, 2024
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Sleep Disorders

Sleep Apnea Syndromes

Restless Leg Syndrome

Treatment

CPAP Therapy

Clinical Study ID

NCT06195878
23-5716
  • Ages > 18
  • All Genders

Study Summary

This single arm clinical trial will assess whether continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy in the management of moderate-to-severe sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBDs) among para-athletes living with cervical/thoracic, complete or incomplete spinal cord injury (SCI) is effective in improving cognitive impairment, in reducing fatigue, depression, anxiety, and overall quality of life. Further, the study will evaluate the effectiveness of CPAP therapy in improving their performance in sports and the perceived risk of injuries.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Individuals with a cervical or thoracic, complete or incomplete (AIS A to D), chronic (> 6 months) SCI;
  • English-speaking adults (18 years of age or older); and
  • Play a wheelchair sport at a high-performance level.

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • A previous history of diagnosis and treatment for sleep apnea;
  • Concomitant diseases of the central nervous system and other pre-existing diseases ofthe central nervous system;
  • Current substance misuse;
  • History of primary hypersomnia, or secondary hypersomnia of any cause except forSRBDs.
  • Conditions that might prevent participants to follow the study protocol.

Study Design

Total Participants: 15
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: CPAP Therapy
Phase:
Study Start date:
February 20, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
December 31, 2025

Study Description

Untreated moderate-to-severe SRBDs are associated with an increased risk of stroke, heart attack, diabetes, and kidney problems. For para-athletes living with SCI, it can have a major negative impact on their performance when practicing and playing sports.

CPAP therapy is the treatment of choice for moderate-to-severe SRBD (or sleep apnea) in accordance with current good medical practices.

Therefore, the aim of the study is to determine whether CPAP therapy in para-athletes living with SCI who developed moderate-to-severe SRBDs is effective in improving memory, psychosocial implications, social and work participation, and performance in sports.

Connect with a study center

  • Toronto Rehab - Lyndhurst Centre

    Toronto, Ontario M4G 3V9
    Canada

    Active - Recruiting

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