A CPAP mask is commonly worn over the mouth, nose, or at the base of each nostril. A CPAP mask is integral to your CPAP therapy because it’s how the CPAP machine allows you to breathe properly in order to get a good night’s sleep. When a CPAP machine runs, it delivers air from the […]
Are you having trouble sleeping or experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness? You may have one of the common sleep disorders that plague millions around the world. According to Verywell Health, common sleep disorders include snoring, sleep apnea, insomnia, sleep behaviors called parasomnias, restless legs syndrome, circadian disorders, and narcolepsy amongst others. Common sleep disorders may be […]
We all know that sleep is important; if we don’t get it we’re cranky, we can’t focus, we’re irritable, etc. But what is the real importance of sleep? We commonly seem to think of sleep as the time in which the mind and body shut down for the day. According to the National Sleep Foundation, […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you’re probably in store for some lifestyle changes. Living with sleep apnea doesn’t just mean a bad night’s sleep. One of the more popular treatment options is a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. However, this is not a cure; it is a solution that aids in reducing […]
When you’re prescribed a CPAP machine it’s usually to relieve some health concerns, like trouble breathing caused by sleep apnea. However, these medical issues may be exasperated or new ones may arise if you use the wrong CPAP cleaner, like the ones that contain harmful ozone. Ozone has been shown by the FDA to irritate […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea then chances are that you were told that you need a CPAP machine. But how do CPAP machines work and how will it help your sleep apnea? According to SleepApnea.com, Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machines, most commonly known as CPAP machines, consists of a device that sends airflow […]
Sleep apnea diagnosis? Are there treatment options that can work for you? It may be scary getting diagnosed with sleep apnea and knowing what steps to take afterward may seem impossible. However, a sleep apnea diagnosis isn’t the end of the world; there are treatment options available. You’ve already taken the first step by getting […]
