Influence of Didgeridoo Practice on UA Obstruction Levels in Moderate OSA

Influence of Didgeridoo Practice on Upper Airways Obstruction Levels in Moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients

Didgeridoo practice has been shown to improve OSA severity. The aim of our study is to assess the changes in upper airways obstruction levels before and after Didgeridoo practice in moderate OSA patients.

Didgeridoo practice has been shown to improve Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) severity. The aim of our study is to assess the changes in upper airways obstruction levels, evaluated by sleep endoscopy, before and after 3 months of Didgeridoo practice in moderate non obese OSA patients. Severity of OSA will also be documented by polysomnography.

Inclusion Criteria:

• moderate OSA, non obese

Exclusion Criteria:

• not willing play didgeridoo age<18 significant lung, cardiac disease neuromuscular disease psychiatric disorders drugs with influence on respiratory drive