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
Finding it hard to fall or stay asleep on a daily basis can constitute a deeper sleep issue that can hinder your daily functioning. Sleep disorders can deter your body mentally and physically as well as regulate mood due to hormone fluctuations from insufficient or interrupted sleep. Getting enough sleep … Read more
According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common and serious disease prevailing the country. Screening populations who are at high-risk for sleep apnea could improve health outcomes and quality of life for patients who suffer while also reducing the frequency of undiagnosed OSA. … Read more
What is a sleep study? A sleep study helps doctors measure how much and how well a patient sleeps. It can identify sleep disorders like insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder, and also behaviors such as sleepwalking. These disorders usually cannot be … Read more
