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NCT Number: NCT06606691

Wearable Technology in the Detection and Evaluation of Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders

This project is an observational study that aims to evaluate the accuracy of wearable devices in detecting potential sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBD) in individuals visiting the Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders and Home Ventilation Unit. The main goal of the study is to determine if wearable devices, like sleep and activity-tracking wristbands and watches, can effectively supplement the detection of these disorders.

The study will analyze various variables related to sleep quality and quantity. Participants will be asked to wear a Xiaomi Mi Band 8 device during an overnight hospital polygraphy test, which will be conducted for one day in their usual daily environment. Additionally, at the beginning of their participation, they will need to complete a questionnaire collecting information about sociodemographic variables, daily habits, routines, and their assessment using the Epworth Sleepiness Scale.

After completing the polygraphy test and using the Xiaomi device, participants will be required to answer another questionnaire addressing aspects related to their sleep quality and habits during this period.

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Key information

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Hospital Álvaro Cunqueiro, Vigo, Pontevedra, Spain

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About this study

In recent years, sleep disorders have gained importance due to their high prevalence and impact on daily life, affecting people's ability to perform daily tasks and reducing quality of life. These disorders include difficulties falling asleep, respiratory interruptions, and poor sleep quality, with sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBD), such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), being particularly significant. OSA, which involves repeated airway obstructions during sleep, is especially common in older adults, individuals with obesity, and men, but it remains frequently underdiagnosed.

SRBD not only disrupts sleep but also increases the risk of chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and strokes while creating an economic burden due to higher demand for medical resources. Their effects on physical and mental health lead to fatigue, reduced productivity, workplace accidents, and even disability, highlighting the need for more efficient diagnostic and management tools.

While polysomnography (PSG) is the gold standard for diagnosing sleep disorders, its high cost and invasive nature limit its accessibility. Wearable devices, such as wristbands and watches, offer a more accessible and non-invasive alternative, providing real-time data on sleep, heart rate, and activity. Though promising, these devices still require further research to confirm their accuracy in detecting SRBD. This project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of wearables as complementary tools in diagnosing and managing these disorders. Specifically, it has the following specific objectives: (1) To assess the accuracy, specificity, and sensitivity of wearable devices, such as wristbands and watches, in measuring blood oxygen saturation, heart rate, and activity, compared to nocturnal polygraphy. (2) To analyze the effectiveness of these devices in identifying individuals with potential sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBD) using unsupervised learning techniques. (3) To evaluate the impact and performance of an Artificial Intelligence model for detecting and classifying potential SRBD.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • Attend the Sleep Respiratory Disorders and Home Ventilation Unit for the polygraphy test.

Exclusion criteria

  • Have significant health complications that hinder active participation in the study.
  • Present skin hypersensitivity or a known allergy to the material used in the covers or straps of the wearable devices that will be used as one of the measurement instruments in the study.

Treatment and study plan

Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8

Device

The wearable device, Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8, will be used solely for observational purposes to assess its accuracy in measuring sleep parameters, oxygen saturation, and heart rate in comparison to nocturnal polygraphy. Participants are receiving routine care as prescribed by their clinicians, and the wearable device is not part of their medical treatment but is being observed alongside standard polygraphy tests.

Primary outcomes

  1. Recording of deep sleep stage

    Time frame: 1 year

    The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8 will record the duration of deep sleep, measured in minutes, to help estimate and identify potential sleep-related breathing disorders.

  2. Recording of light sleep stage

    Time frame: 1 year

    The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8 will record the duration of light sleep, measured in minutes, to assist in estimating and detecting potential sleep-related breathing disorders.

  3. Recording of REM sleep stage

    Time frame: 1 year

    The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8 will record the duration of the REM sleep stage, measured in minutes, to help estimate and detect potential sleep-related breathing disorders.

  4. Recording of time awake after sleep onset

    Time frame: 1 year

    The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8 will record the time spent awake after sleep onset, measured in minutes, to assist in estimating and detecting potential sleep-related breathing disorders.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Tracking of step count

    Time frame: 1 year

    The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8 device will track the total number of steps taken by the participant throughout a 24-hour period. The data will be used to assess physical activity levels and will be recorded as the total step count during the monitoring period.

  2. Tracking of distance

    Time frame: 1 year

    The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8 device will measure the total distance covered by the participant, recorded in meters.

  3. Tracking of physical activity duration

    Time frame: 1 year

    The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8 device will track the total duration of physical activity, recorded in minutes.

  4. Monitoring of positional changes

    Time frame: 1 year

    The nocturnal polygraph will track changes in body position of participants. This data will help assess physical activity, rest patterns, and potential sleep-related issues. The changes in position will be recorded without a specific unit of measurement.

  5. Monitoring of body movements

    Time frame: 1 year

    The nocturnal polygraph will monitor and record body movements of the participants. These movements will be used to assess physical activity and rest patterns. The data will be recorded without a specific unit of measurement, focusing on the detection of movement occurrence and intensity.

  6. Recording of heart rate

    Time frame: 1 year

    Heart rate monitoring using the Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8 device and nocturnal polygraph, to compare data from both devices. Both devices record the average heart rate, as well as the maximum and minimum (in BPM).

  7. Recording of oxygen saturation

    Time frame: 1 year

    Oxygen saturation using the Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 8 device and nocturnal polygraph, to compare data from both devices. Both devices record the average oxygen saturation, as well as the maximum and minimum (in percentage).

  8. Sleep quality and habits measured by a sleep questionnaire

    Time frame: 1 year

    This custom-designed questionnaire includes questions related to bedtime and wake-up time, time taken to fall asleep, number of nighttime awakenings, reasons for waking up, perceived sleep quality, pre-sleep activities, and perceived stress levels during the day. It also includes items assessing the quality and quantity of sleep using a 6-point Likert scale, ranging from 0 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree). The total score ranges from 0 to 45, with higher scores indicating a greater perception of sleep quality and quantity.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Universidade da Coruña

Other

Collaborators

  • Center on Information and Communication Technologies
  • Hospital Álvaro Cunqueiro
  • NeumoVigo I+i research group
  • TALIONIS research group

Registry information

Acronym: ReSTech

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
Sep 23, 2024
Registry last updated
Apr 28, 2026

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