Data indicate that the Inspire device reduces sleep apnea by an average of 79% and significantly reduces snoring and daytime sleepiness. In addition to daytime tiredness and irritability, people with sleep apnea are at higher risk for stroke, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome and liver problems.

The Inspire system is controlled by a small handheld sleep remote. Simply turn Inspire on before bed and off in the morning when you wake up.

 In cases when non-invasive treatments fail, a surgical solution might be necessary. Your otolaryngologist will be able to advise you on the treatment options.

It may take a few months, but the good news is that when your CPAP treatment does start working for you, you will feel less tired and better than you have in awhile.

Maxillomandibular advancement is a surgery that pushes the jaw and other tissues forward. This procedure tightens the inner walls of the throat to reduce the risk of airway collapse.

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Figuring out where to start in your sleep apnea treatment journey can feel daunting. To ease the process, we’ve put together this guide that covers everything you need to know about shopping for a CPAP machine.

If you don’t know which comfort items could serve you best, we can help you identify nearly-personalized products depending on the type of CPAP issue you’re experiencing.

A number of surgeries can reduce apnea events, though the evidence for their efficacy is limited to small studies. 

Dr. Karelsky frequently gives lectures about the surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and has been featured on several television segments about the Inspire device.

Outline the role of an interprofessional team for improving care coordination and communication to effectively deliver CPAP therapy and improve outcomes.

Regular aerobic exercise can benefit sleep apnea symptoms, whether weight loss is involved or not, says Dr. Cacho. Researchers aren’t exactly sure why exercise is helpful in reducing sleep apnea symptoms with or without weight loss, but one theory is that exercise may improve sleep quality.

An estimated 18 million Americans live with sleep apnea, often using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine to get a better night's sleep.

If you feel depressed after starting CPAP, share your symptoms with your physician to determine if you could benefit from working with a therapist, as more info well.