Sleep apnea and CPAP therapy blog: Guides, tips and more
What Happens When I Stop Using My CPAP Machine?
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is a kind of treatment prescribed for people with sleep apnea. It is more frequently prescribed to people with obstructive sleep apnea. This is a condition when there is not enough air being pumped...
If I snore, does it mean that I suffer from sleep apnea?
The loud and raspy sound that people make while they’re asleep is known as snoring. Although some might pass it off as a laughing matter, it’s not one. It’s a serious medical condition that over 90 million Americans have.
Benefits Of Using A CPAP Machine
Almost 22 million Americans are a victim of dealing with the symptoms of sleep apnea. Unfortunately, people who are afflicted with sleep apnea seldom know that they are experiencing the aggravated symptoms of such a threatening sleeping disorder.
The Buying Guide for CPAP Masks for Side Sleepers
You may feel confused by the variety of CPAP masks available on the market right now. Although it may take some time to become used to your mask, different designs may be more comfortable for particular sleeping positions than others.
What Is The Difference Between A BiPAP Or Bi-Level Machine?
An individual with the condition of sleep apnea will exhibit a few peculiar symptoms while sleeping. The most common symptom is snoring, which is caused by constant difficulty in breathing as a result of blockages in your airway passages.
Improving Sleep Quality in Older Adults Despite Changing Sleep Needs
As we get older, our sleeping patterns change. Understanding the difference between new sleep changes and deeper sleep problems is important. Poor sleep is often assumed to be a normal part of aging, but that’s not the case!
How CPAP Humidifiers Improve Your CPAP Therapy
Humidification has been shown to increase CPAP compliance By warming and moistening the air you're breathing, humidification reduces dry nose and throat and can help you keep your mouth closed while you sleep.
CPAP humidifier: How it improves your sleep apnea therapy
What is a CPAP humidifier? If you are using a CPAP machine, your doctor has probably told you to make sure that the air in your room has a humidity level of about 30%. While you can always use a humidifier on its own, it's nice to be able to incorporate it into your sleep apnea treatment.
How Can I Find Out If I Have Sleep Apnea?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Obstructive sleep apnea is no joke. While the underlying problems behind this disorder are considered a laughing stock by those who haven’t experienced this condition, it should be taken seriously by those who are affected by it.