Effects of Earplugs on Sleep and Sleep Apnea

Effects of Earplugs on Sleep and Sleep Apnea

The main goal of this study is to assess whether use of earplugs has any effect on sleep, sleep apnea, and daytime sleepiness in individuals who snore.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adults, ages 18 or older
• Scheduled at the University of Michigan Sleep Disorders Center for a diagnostic polysomnogram to evaluate for sleep-disordered breathing

Exclusion Criteria:

• Medical, psychiatric or other conditions that would interfere with interpretation of the results of the sleep studies or the subject's ability to complete the Stanford Sleepiness Scale