Snoring is the harsh, loud and disrupting sound made when air flows past relaxed throat tissues, causing the them to vibrate when breathing. Snoring is often thought to only afflict older men, but in fact, nearly half of all adults snore occasionally. Nearly 40 percent of adult men and 24 percent of adult women snore …
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The holidays have to be the most anticipated season of the year. Whether you celebrate Hannukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, or New Year’s, there’s something to be said about decorating, partying, seeing family, and indulging in your favorite foods. Even though the holidays are fun and exciting, they can also be stressful and interrupt your routine. This …
If you’re a person suffering from sleep disordered breathing, it’s not something you should ignore. Many serious issues can be caused from this condition. A recent study concluded approximately 13% of the US population is afflicted with sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, and are unable to get restful sleep. To find out if you …
As of June 30, 2021, the FDA has issued multiple alerts to users of some types of Philips respironics ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines, all due to potential safety risks associated with these machines. These pieces of equipment all make use of polyester-based polyurethane foam for sound abatement, which helps muffle the sound and vibration …
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We breathe without thinking about it, and that’s a good thing, because if we did actually consider our breath work closely, it wouldn’t leave us much room to concentrate on anything else. However, there are some surprising benefits of breathing deeply or practicing yoga, that make it a very worthwhile exercise, and something that each …
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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Dreaming and sleep are intertwined. Dreaming is one of the most fascinating and unique aspects of sleep. On average, we spend approximately two hours dreaming during a normal night’s sleep. Dreams can occur during any part of the sleep cycle, but we dream most intensely during the stage of sleep known as REM (rapid eye movement). What …
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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