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How Are Osa and Chemo Related?

How Are Osa and Chemo Related?

Chemotherapy (chemo) is a standard treatment for cancer that, while it can be an effective treatment, can also have various side effects, including fatigue, nausea, and hair loss. One potential side effect that is not as well known is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a...
How Does OSA Affect Surgery?

How Does OSA Affect Surgery?

What is Sleep Apnea? First, here’s a recap: Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is “when your throat muscles repeatedly relax and block airways during sleep. When the soft tissues in your throat, such as your tongue and soft palate, temporarily relax, your...
How Does an Expander Affect OSA?

How Does an Expander Affect OSA?

There is mounting evidence that orthodontic expanders can effectively treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), particularly in children. Here’s the connection between the orthodontic treatment and OSA, including the mechanisms by which it alleviates symptoms, the...
How Could Bone Density Affect Sleep Apnea?

How Could Bone Density Affect Sleep Apnea?

An emerging body of research explores the effects of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and its relationship to low bone-mineral density. Here are the current findings and who is most at risk.  Low Bone Density Correlation While the link between obstructive sleep...
How Does Sleep Affect Behavior?

How Does Sleep Affect Behavior?

A new study in Biological Psychology strengthens the connection between poor sleep quality and behavioral problems. Here’s the science behind the relationship and what it means for you.  Early Research In sleep research, adult behavior has yet to be...
Would a Body Pillow Fix My Sleep Apnea?

Would a Body Pillow Fix My Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea patients often find it difficult to fall asleep, and those who use CPAP machines may find it hard to find a comfortable sleeping position. Research may have told you that the best solution for these problems is a body pillow, but there may be better...
New Discoveries from Sleep Apnea Research

New Discoveries from Sleep Apnea Research

The field of sleep apnea research is thriving, and studies are frequently released to find new ways to treat sleep apnea and work toward a cure. This field is constantly evolving, but we’ve got you covered with the latest sleep apnea discoveries. Sleep Apnea...
How Does a CPAP Machine Work?

How Does a CPAP Machine Work?

CPAP, or continuous positive airway pressure, is often diagnosed to treat central and obstructive sleep apnea. The technology behind the machine is vital in improving health outcomes in patients with sleep apnea; here’s how a CPAP machine works.  What is...
Should I Workout in the Morning or Evening?

Should I Workout in the Morning or Evening?

One of the biggest hurdles when people start working out is finding the time to do it. Most people choose to go to the gym before or after work, but what option is the best for people with sleep apnea? Here are the advantages of morning and evening gym sessions and...