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How are OSA and chemo related?
One lesser-known possible symptom of chemo is obstructive sleep apnea. Here’s what you need to know about how the two are related.
A Deep Dive Into Central Sleep Apnea
Struggling getting restful sleep? Central sleep apnea disrupts breathing at night; learn the causes, symptoms, and treatments to reclaim restful sleep!
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How to Get Good Sleep With a Cold
The battle between a good night's sleep and the discomfort of a cold is a familiar struggle for many and can be especially scary for those with sleep apnea. As the sniffles and sneezes set in, achieving restful sleep can become a daunting task. However, with a few...
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 Research...
Is dog hair dangerous for your CPAP machine?
For those with obstructive sleep apnea, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines are likely a treatment option to maintain open airways during sleep. Many CPAP users wonder if dog hair is dangerous for their machines, as they use air from the room to cycle...
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 airway is...
How Could Bone Density Affect Sleep Apnea?
An emerging body of research explores obstructive sleep apnea's (OSA) effects 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 apnea and...
Why do we procrastinate at bedtime?
Have you ever tried to put a toddler or child to bed? Suddenly, it’s the busiest time of day with water needed, stories to tell, and fifteen-minute “goodnights,” not to mention checking for monsters. It’s not just kids! Even with a small body of research surrounding...
Sleep Drunkenness
Over the last few decades, there has been an increase in studies on sleep apnea. We have identified and named many more sleep issues, including sleep drunkenness, thanks to these studies. What is Sleep Drunkenness? Sleep drunkenness leads to people waking...
Coping With Deep Sleep Issues
You’ve probably heard that most adults need between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night to function properly. However, the quality of sleep you get is just as important. During the night, our bodies go through different stages of sleep, the most restorative being deep...
How Jet Lag Affects the Body
Traveling by plane has its benefits. However, long-distance plane travel is also notorious for being inconvenient and uncomfortable. After spending hours in a confined space, many people find themselves completely exhausted upon arrival at their destination. If you’ve...
Will Napping Help Sleep Apnea Patients?
Will Napping Help Sleep Apnea Patients? If you're suffering from sleep apnea, you probably feel tired throughout the day and might be tempted to take a quick nap. Many studies suggest that napping can improve memory, help you feel more energized, and reduce stress...
How to Wind Down for the Best Night’s Sleep
Have you ever gotten into bed at night but suddenly found you couldn't get to sleep? We've all been there. It can feel nearly impossible to "shut off" your brain before falling asleep, but the key to keeping those wandering thoughts at bay is to establish a...
Does Turkey Make You Tired?
It's a familiar feeling around Thanksgiving and Christmas. You've just finished eating a delicious roasted turkey, you may have even come back for seconds (or, let’s be honest, thirds) and now you feel so tired you can barely move from the couch. "It's...
Is Memory Affected by Sleep Apnea?
Have you found your memory is getting worse? It might not be an age thing, but a sleep thing. Sleep apnea is characterized by frequent lapses in breathing while a person sleeps, causing them to wake up multiple times throughout the night. You've probably heard about...
Could Your Sleep Apnea Be Caused By Your Blood?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) could be linked to triglycerides in your blood stream, a new study has found. A study in Australia looked at men of a healthy weight range that suffered OSA and found that each patient had elevated levels of triglycerides. This study...
Side, Back, or Stomach. The best way to sleep for sleep apnea sufferers.
When you suffer from sleep apnea, every little adjustment can help. The issues that come from multiple sleepless nights are far beyond simply feeling tired and cranky. Learning every way you can help yourself fall asleep and stay asleep can affect every aspect of your...