by Lorin Parrella | Aug 7, 2024 | Sleep Advice
The amount of sleep kids need depends on their age. According to Nemours Kids Health, the following is how much sleep each age group needs: infants (0–3 months): 14–17 hours, including naps infants (4–12 months: 12–16 hours, including naps toddlers (1–2 years):...
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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