Did you know that there are more than 100 different types of sleep disorders? At Advanced Sleep Medicine, we understand how hard life can be when you don’t get enough shut-eye. Today, we’re going to compare two of the more common types of sleep disorders: insomnia and sleep apnea Sleep Apnea Definition- When your sleep … Read More »
You may have been surprised by the fact that you can’t buy your CPAP machine and supplies without a doctor’s prescription. After all, it’s not like there’s a huge black market for people who abuse them. In fact, quite the opposite is true—compliance can be a major issue for those with sleep apnea! However, there … Read More »
When it comes to sleep apnea, the proverbial canary in the coal mine is usually the bed partner. If you’ve been having marital problems because your spouse keeps you up all night with their constant snoring, it might be time to have them tested for sleep apnea. However, people can be reluctant to have sleep … Read More »
Many people may wonder if they have sleep apnea, but dismiss the thought because of misconceptions about sleep testing. It is estimated that 26 percent of adults between the ages of 30 and 70 have sleep apnea. And yet, many go untreated and untested. The consequences of untreated sleep apnea are serious. The ramifications can … Read More »
Sleep Apnea is a serious sleep condition that affects many Americans. While there are different kinds of sleep conditions, the most common one is called Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Essentially, it is when the upper airway collapses, causing frequent pauses in breathing lasting ten seconds or more. It impacts one in five Americans, yet many are … Read More »
achieve your resolutions. If you have sleep apnea and vowed to lose weight and eat better this year, being CPAP compliant can help with both. Since that’s the top thing CPAP users struggle with, we thought we would help you by breaking it down into the five C’s of CPAP success: Communication. To be successful … Read More »
As you find yourself caught up in the mad dash of holiday shopping, baking and traveling, somewhere in the back of your mind, you may find yourself worrying about one thing: those New Year’s Resolutions. This year, Advanced Sleep Medicine encourages to make the resolution to get more sleep. In order to get the most … Read More »
If you’re a CPAP user and have leftover money in your flexible spending account (FSA), then you’re in luck—you can use that money to update your sleep apnea therapy supplies. CPAP machines and supplies have gone through a lot of changes in the past year, and have some incredible features that may not have been … Read More »
You settle in for the night with your CPAP mask on, but as you coast into the land of dreams, it happens—your ears start to pop. You feel like you’re taking off in an airplane. The sensation gets so bad that you can’t sleep and end up turning off your CPAP machine. This phenomenon is … Read More »
Sleep apnea can occur in anyone, from young children to star athletes. Certain conditions can make you more predisposed to developing it—including smoking. Since November 17th marks the Great American Smokeout, we’re going to address how tobacco effects your sleep apnea. The connection between smoking and sleep apnea. In the United States, about 18% of … Read More »
