by Lorin Parrella | Oct 2, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a widespread sleep disorder; about 30 million Americans are diagnosed with it, and most experts agree it’s wildly underdiagnosed. Despite the condition being so common, sleep apnea can potentially be severe. Here are some of the risks that come...
by Rebecca Batisto | Sep 18, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
ASMR is a new trend that many people use to help them sleep, but could it help you? Let’s find out! What is ASMR? “Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) is a tingling sensation that usually begins on the scalp and moves down the back of the neck and upper spine....
by Lorin Parrella | Jul 31, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
Getting the diagnosis of Obstructive Sleep Apnea can come as a shock. Often, patients are given the diagnosis, prescribed a CPAP, and sent on their way. The next step includes ordering and receiving your CPAP machine. When you order through Advanced Homecare, we are...
by Lorin Parrella | Jul 24, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
You’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea. You’ve got yourself a PAP machine, and you’ve been using it for a week, a month, or maybe longer. So, why are you suddenly seeing different AHI readings from what you’re used to? Let’s take a look at what causes...
by Lorin Parrella | Jul 16, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
Being diagnosed with sleep apnea can feel like learning a new language. There are so many new words and rules for treating your sleep apnea that it’s easy to misunderstand. Here’s one thing you’ll need to know: AHI means Apnea–hypopnea index Still doesn’t mean much,...
by Lorin Parrella | Jul 11, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
When diagnosed with sleep apnea, many patients leave the doctor’s office without asking the right questions. For example, “How many apnea events should I expect?” You need to know your baseline of events and the goal for your situation so that you know if the...
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