Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSA) is a condition characterized by repeated pauses or reductions in breathing during sleep, which can negatively affect sleep quality, daytime functioning, and physical capacity. Although regular exercise is known to have beneficial effects in OSA, the effects of different exercise approaches on circadian rhythm and functional capacity have not been sufficiently investigated.The primary aim of this study is to compare the effects of exercise snacking and aerobic exercise on circadian rhythm and functional capacity in individuals with OSA, in comparison with a control group. The secondary aim is to evaluate the effects of these exercise interventions on peripheral muscle strength, fatigue level, body composition, quality of life, and physical activity level.Participants will be randomly assigned to three groups: an aerobic exercise group, an exercise snacking group, and a control group. While the exercise groups will follow their respective intervention programs, the control group will continue their routine treatment.This study aims to answer whether exercise snacking, which consists of short bouts of exercise distributed throughout the day, may be an alternative or complementary approach to traditional aerobic exercise in individuals with OSA. In addition, this study aims to be the first randomized controlled trial evaluating the effects of exercise snacking on circadian rhythm and functional capacity in individuals with OSA.
Age range
30 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) Total Score
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the intervention at 8 weeks
Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) Total Score
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the intervention at 8 weeks
Morningness-Eveningness Questionnaire (MEQ) Total Score
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the intervention at 8 weeks
Serum Cortisol Level
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the intervention at 8 weeks
Serum Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Level
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the intervention at 8 weeks
Functional Capacity
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the intervention at 8 weeks
Total Sleep Time (Sleep Diary)
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the intervention at 8 weeks
Total Sleep Time (Wearable Device)
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the intervention at 8 weeks
Sleep Efficiency (Wearable Device)
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the intervention at 8 weeks