Sleep Blog
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What Is an In-Lab Sleep Study Like?
An in-lab sleep study is an overnight test that tracks how your body and brain function while you sleep. It sounds intense, but for many people, it’s the first real clue to why they’re always tired, restless, or waking up gasping for air. You’re not hooked up in a cold hospital room. You’re in a quiet, private space with experts watching for the details you’d never catch on your own. From brain waves and breathing to heart rate and movement, the data collected can reveal
Can I Take My Usual Meds Before A Sleep Study?
The default recommendation is to take your usual medications, but please run it by your doctor first and let them know what you’re taking.
Do I Have to Do a Sleep Study?
If your doctor has recommended a sleep study, there is most likely a very good reason for it. Sleep studies are often the only
In-Home vs. In-Lab Sleep Study: Which One Do You Need?
Home sleep studies are best for screening uncomplicated sleep apnea, while in-lab studies are essential for diagnosing complex sleep disorders. The right choice comes
If You’re Tired All the Time, Get a Sleep Study
A sleep study can help explain why you’re still tired, even after what seems like a full night’s sleep. Constant exhaustion is often linked
Inspire Implant Surgery Now Faster, Easier, and Less Invasive
The Inspire implant has long been a viable option for managing OSA in select cases. Now, a newly approved surgical technique has made the
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Worsens Morning Hypertension—Here’s What the Data Shows
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects nearly 30 million Americans, yet many remain undiagnosed. Loud snoring, gasping for air, and restless nights might seem harmless,
Will the Inspire OSA Implant Really Stop Me from Snoring?
The Inspire OSA implant can stop snoring for most people. In fact, over 90% of those with Inspire have partners who report no more
What Is the Process for Getting an Inspire Sleep Apnea Implant?
CPAP therapy is the go-to treatment for sleep apnea. However, many patients have difficulty tolerating CPAP therapy for various reasons including mask fit, claustrophobia,
