Even though sleep apnea can affect anyone regardless of gender, weight, or age, these risk factors indicate a higher chance of having or developing Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): 1. Anatomically Short and Thick Neck: People with large neck circumferences tend to have narrowed airways as a result. Men with a … Read more
A home sleep test is becoming more and more common for diagnosing moderate to severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). They are especially useful for people who cannot fall asleep or stay asleep in a lab, and can monitor multiple nights instead of one. In-Lab Sleep Study The most common and … Read more
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a sleep breathing disorder in which a person stops breathing while they sleep. The tissues in the throat collapse, cutting off the airway despite efforts to breathe. When sleep is disrupted night after night by the frequent awakenings caused by OSA, you feel tired all day … Read more
Many people use a fitness tracker, such as a Fitbit, to track daily activity. It is good to know that a Fitbit also has a range of sleep tools for tracking your sleep patterns and quality of sleep. How does it track sleep? A Fitbit records that you are asleep … Read more
Sleeping during pregnancy can become harder and harder when growing a baby. Although acquiring more sleep disturbances is normal, having or developing sleep apnea can be dangerous for mom and baby. What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) OSA is a sleep breathing disorder in which a person stops breathing while they … Read more
It is clear that sleep and daily functioning have a relationship. Yet, everyone knows those endurable consequences that occur after poor sleep like fatigue, lack of focus, or a bad mood. What many don’t know is the long term health effects associated with lack of sleep or too much sleep. Below … Read more
Snoring while sleeping is so common, everyone thinks it’s normal. Snoring loudly does not mean you are in a deep, relaxing sleep. Unless you are suffering from congestion or a cold, sleeping should be a silent activity. Regrettably, up to 50% of American adults snore occasionally, and 1 in 3 … Read more
By Rose Nierman, RDH, CEO of Nierman Practice Management Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) can be a lifesaver by reducing, not only snoring, but also the many health related side effects of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). It’s incredible that a small oral appliance can have such an impact on one’s health … Read more
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep breathing disorder in which a person stops breathing in their sleep due to an obstructed airway. The most common obstructive sleep apnea warning signs include: Daytime sleepiness or fatigue Dry mouth or sore throat when you wake up Headaches in the morning Problems with sex Snoring Talk to your doctor if … Read more
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep breathing disorder in which a person stops breathing in their sleep due to an obstructed airway. 22 million Americans are affected. When you have this condition, your breath can become very shallow or you may even stop breathing briefly while you sleep. It … Read more
