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5 Tips for Using Your CPAP (Updated 2022)
INCREASE YOUR CHANCE FOR SUCCESSFUL CPAP THERAPY If you have sleep apnea, your doctor will probably recommend CPAP treatment. Using a CPAP machine can take getting used to, but the tips in this video will help with the adjustment. Getting a good night’s sleep is so important for so many r...Read More
Could a Tonsillectomy Resolve My Sleep Apnea?
IS SURGERY RIGHT FOR YOU? When you have obstructive sleep apnea, it means that something is blocking your airway while you sleep. This prevents you from breathing and causes you to wake up over and over again throughout the night. In many cases, pressure on the airway causes sleep...Read More
Talking to Your Doctor About Insomnia
Insomnia is a common disorder, with about one in every three people reporting at least mild insomnia. Any habitual loss of sleep can lead to consequences. These range from poor performance at work or school to increased risks of heart disease, obesity, and anxiety disorders. Don’t&...Read More
How Sleep Apnea Affects Sleep Partners
THE GOAL IS GOOD SLEEP FOR EVERYONE There is plenty of scientific evidence to demonstrate the risks of sleep apnea to patients who have it. However, sleep apnea also affects the patient’s sleep partner. One of the hallmark characteristics of obstructive sleep apnea is loud, persistent snoring. It ...Read More
What Narcolepsy Therapies are Available?
NARCOLEPSY TREATMENT OPTIONS Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder in which the brain struggles to regulate sleep/wake cycles. People with narcolepsy have trouble staying awake during the day. They experience “attacks” of sleep, which means they can fall asleep without warning, even while perfo...Read More
What Is Restless Legs Syndrome? (Updated 2021)
Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis Ekbom Disease, is a neurological sleep disorder that causes discomfort in the legs while sitting or lying down. For many, the sensations in the legs cause an overwhelming urge to move. While the symptoms of RLS can occur during the day, most people ...Read More
The Different Types of Insomnia (Updated 2021)
INSOMNIA CATEGORIES Sleep disorder specialists categorize different types of insomnia into subtypes. But no matter which subtype of insomnia you have, it’s important to receive an individualized treatment plan. Every patient’s experience with insomnia is unique, and there are many different ca...Read More
Diagnosed with Sleep Apnea? What To Do Next (Updated 2020)
SLEEP APNEA TREATMENT OPTIONS Finding out that you have sleep apnea can be overwhelming. Many people with sleep apnea don’t even suspect they have an issue until a bed partner complains about their snoring, or until they visit a doctor to discuss unexplained fatigue. Although sleep apnea ma...Read More
The Risk of Drowsy Driving (Updated 2021)
TIRED DRIVING IS DANGEROUS DRIVING If you have a sleep disorder, then you know how much the fatigue can interfere with your everyday life. One area you might be overlooking, however, is just how dangerous it can be to get behind the wheel when you’re tired. Drowsy driving is dangerous beyond t...Read More
Answering Cataplexy Frequently Asked Questions
Cataplexy is a frustrating complication of narcolepsy. It affects about 60 to 70 percent of people who have the sleep disorder, and can interfere dramatically with school, work, and daily life. If you or someone you love has cataplexy, you likely have many questions about the condition. Here are...Read More