If these symptoms sound familiar, we encourage you to take our short quiz below to understand whether you may have sleep apnea.
Keep in mind that for many CPAP users, it takes longer than one month of using the machine in order to see results. Unfortunately, much like your doctor, how long it will take for you to realize improvement is not known since each individual person is different.
If your otolaryngologist recommends CPAP, you may be scheduled for a second sleep study during which you will be fitted for a mask and CPAP device.
Never adjust your CPAP settings or cease sleep therapy without consulting your sleep care physician first.
, using the machine for at least four hours a night on 70% of nights. CPAP users may struggle to meet these requirements or feel it is an invasion of privacy.
As time goes on, you will discover which sleeping positions feel most comfortable, and though getting used to your CPAP therapy may seem like a challenge at first, don’t give up: CPAP is proven to work.
Getting an official diagnosis is the first step to getting help for sleep apnea. CPAP therapy is an effective treatment option, but it may not be right for everyone.
Best clinical practices for the sleep center adjustment of noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) in stable chronic alveolar hypoventilation syndromes.
Some devices Inspire therapy may work on the jaw and tongue at the same time. Oral appliances are considered a first-line treatment option for mild to moderate OSA and are recommended for people with severe OSA who have problems with higher pressure intolerance, are non-responders to a CPAP device (or prefer not to use a CPAP machine).
You are also able to pause the device if needed and turn it off in the morning. The battery pack is designed to last 7-10 years, much like a pacemaker.
The CPAP device needs to be used every night. Some patients complain of mask discomfort, nasal congestion, and nose and throat dryness when using CPAP. Others find the device to be too constrictive and cumbersome, particularly when traveling.
Severe air trapping diseases with hypercarbia asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Additional studies are needed to understand the potential benefits of TRDs, but these devices may be a reasonable alternative for people without teeth or who cannot use other oral devices.
Yes, you can use a microwave oven and any common household appliances that do not emit strong magnetic fields. If you have concerns, consult with your Inspire therapy-trained doctor.