CPAP is the gold standard therapy for OSA. Unfortunately, a significant percentage of patients do not tolerate CPAP therapy. Of those who struggle, a significant portion state that nasal congestion is a limiting factor. Acoustic Resonance Therapy (ART) is a new non-medication based treatment for nasal congestion. We sought to determine if patients struggling with Medicare CPAP adherence and reporting nasal symptoms would benefit by the addition of ART.
Read MoreAtrial Fibrillation shares a bidirectional relationship with sleep apnea, a serious sleep health disorder defined by breathing interruptions that repeatedly occur during sleep. The correlation between these two closely linked health conditions is best understood by learning about the body's physiological response to both.
Read MoreResearchers have been studying how alcohol affects sleep for nearly a century. Because alcohol acts as a depressant on the central nervous system, its sedative effect can help you relax and fall asleep faster. But once alcohol metabolizes…
Read MoreThere are a number of risk factors for developing Atrial Fibrillation. One less known risk factor is obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. Recent research reveals the commonalities between these diseases…
Read MoreWhile using CPAP may seem daunting at first, here are some tips to help you avoid the most common CPAP problems and get the most from your treatment…
Read MoreAccording to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, over 30 million people in the US suffer from sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder caused by temporarily relaxed throat muscles that block the upper airways. This blockage results in breathing that repeatedly starts and stops throughout the night…
Read MoreSleep has gained acceptance as a pillar of good health, on equal footing with a balanced diet and exercise. Because of its elevated status in our overall health, there is more focus on understanding what transpires when…
Read MoreCardiovascular disease is responsible for 1 in 4 deaths in the US and is the number one killer globally. Cardiovascular disease is also a comorbidity of obstructive sleep apnea, and the AHA estimates that between 40 and 80 percent of those who suffer from…
Read MoreSleep medicine finally recognizes the bidirectional relationship between diabetes and obstructive sleep apnea. BetterNight’s end-to-end telehealth solution helps diabetes educators and endocrinologists provide best-in-class care to their patients resulting in improved sleep and overall health…
Read MoreNew research is elevating sleep’s role and importance in overall health, shedding new light on the sleep apnea/exercise connection…
Read MoreWhether it was the endless snoring, the feeling of constant daytime fatigue, or sleep apnea’s serious comorbidities that drove you to get tested, you made the right decision to get control of this chronic sleep disorder…
Read MoreWhile much of today’s sleep apnea research focuses on its symptoms, treatment, and serious comorbidities, there is less research available on sleep apnea and anesthesia. Regardless of your age, gender or BMI, if you are having surgery or a procedure and “going under,” you will likely be asked preoperatively if you…
Read MoreWhile there are several risk factors for developing sleep apnea, obesity is the most important, according to the Mayo Clinic. The relationship between excess weight and sleep apnea is both reciprocal and complex. Research from the American Heart Association reveals that…
Read MoreThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates drowsy driving causes approximately 100,000 traffic accidents on our nation’s roads and highways each year, resulting in over 50,000 injuries and nearly 800 fatalities. For the almost 25 million people who suffer from sleep apnea…
Read MoreFor the over 22 million people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea in the United States, using a CPAP machine provides a gateway to a better night’s sleep while reducing the risk of the chronic comorbidities associated with the disease. Adapting to CPAP use may seem daunting at first but reaping the health benefits from this treatment is dependent on…
Read MoreOSA is characterized by lapses in breathing during sleep and has serious comorbidities, including heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. The good news for the 22 million Americans suffering from OSA is that successful treatment is available. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure therapy, more commonly known as CPAP, is a gateway to not only a better night’s sleep but better overall health.
Read MoreAccording to the American Sleep Apnea Association, 25 million American adults (or 20% of the population) suffer from sleep apnea, yet 80% go undiagnosed. The journey from screening to diagnosis and treatment has been further complicated by inefficient and costly silos of care. Patients are often referred to nonaligned specialists, consultants, and labs which inhibit coordinated care, leading to higher costs and poor outcomes. The good news is…
Read MoreTo fully understand the relationship between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and hospital readmission rates, it is necessary to understand the serious comorbidities associated with this chronic health condition. Because OSA is characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep, untreated sleep apnea has been linked to serious cardiovascular illnesses, including high blood pressure, arrhythmia, stroke, and heart failure. These same cardiovascular comorbidities are among the most frequent causes of hospital readmissions.
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