Recent CPAP Recall In June of 2021, one of the biggest manufacturers of CPAP machines, the Philips corporation, issued a recall for its Dreamstation model, citing potential health risks posed by the sound abatement foam used in the machines. CPAP devices are used to provide unobstructed breathing during the sleeping hours for those suffering from …
A great many people in this country are bothered by persistent tossing and turning at night, and just can’t seem to get a good night’s sleep. There are several sleep disorders that could be causing this, for instance narcolepsy or sleep apnea, but in order to treat your sleep issues, you’ll need to have them …
The International Classification of Sleep Disorders recognizes 80 distinct sleep disorders. Insomnia is defined as “persistent problems falling and staying asleep.” Sleep apnea is a condition in which breathing repeatedly starts and stops, making it difficult to get a good night’s rest. These two conditions often occur together. Treating sleep apnea often leads to better sleep. With …
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As you might guess, the ‘first night effect’ refers to any changes in sleep habits which can ultimately have an adverse affect on a sleep study. These changes are generally a reflection of sleeping in a different environment or perhaps the introduction of equipment which is used to monitor sleep. The degree to which this …
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What is Nightlase? Nightlase is a non-invasive laser treatment used to increase a patient’s airway, resulting in better sleep and reduced snoring. The treatment induces tightening of the soft tissues in the back of the throat and airway, contracting these tissues and expanding the airway. A Nightlase treatment consists of 3-4 treatments over 9-12 weeks. …
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), usually called “sleep apnea” is characterized by repeated interruptions in sleep and changes in oxygen levels due to partial or total upper airway obstructions. Sleep apnea is estimated to affect 20% of Americans. Many individuals facing the effects of sleep apnea use a CPAP machine. CPAP Intolerance Individuals may experience intolerance …
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It’s that time of year when people take stock of themselves, and those things that need improvement or adjustment, and convert them into resolutions for the new year. Your new year resolutions may include getting better sleep and developing more healthy sleep habits, so that you feel more alert, improve your memory and cognitive abilities, …
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Do you struggle with staying awake during the daytime? If you feel chronically tired and unrested, you could have sleep apnea. It may surprise you how common sleep apnea and sleep disordered breathing are, though the symptoms do vary. If you believe you suffer from sleep apnea, a sleep study will provide you a diagnosis, …
In the past, it was not thought to connect obstructive sleep apnea with temporomandibular disorders (TMD), but scientists and healthcare professionals are have come to realize there may be a link between the two. In many cases these two conditions may have the same underlying cause. Temporomandibular disorders are disorders that can develop as a …
Insufficient sleep doesn’t just make you cranky and irritable. According to the CDC, a lack of sleep has been linked to many diseases, diabetes, depression and cardiovascular disease. In addition, research shows that an inability to sleep well is linked to obesity and weight gain. Here are some things to think about if you’re dealing with …
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