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Can You Sleep on Your Side With an Inspire Implant?
Many people can sleep on their side with an Inspire implant after the surgical areas have healed and their doctor has cleared them to return to normal sleep habits. The timing matters because the first few weeks after surgery are different from long-term sleep comfort. Inspire surgery usually involves incisions in the upper neck and upper chest, and some procedures also involve an incision along the side of the chest between two ribs (1)(2). These areas can feel sore, swollen, or sensitive while the body
Does Medicare Cover the Cost of Sleep Testing?
What Is Sleep Testing? A sleep study, also known as polysomnography, is a diagnostic test conducted to evaluate sleep patterns and diagnose sleep disorders.
Does Less Sleep Cause More Stress to Women?
According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health, adults need 7 or more hours of sleep each night. But, quality is just as
Lack of Sleep Linked to Higher Blood Pressure, Especially in Women
A good night's sleep is a fundamental pillar of well-being. It benefits our bodies, sharpens our minds, and strengthens our immune systems. But, sleep
Sleep Apnea and Late-Onset Epilepsy: Study Suggests Potential Connection in Older Adults
Sleep apnea disrupts sleep, causing frequent breathing pauses that leave you gasping for air. It's a common condition but can be especially challenging for
Participate in a clinical trial for an FDA-approved narcolepsy drug
The Treatment: XYWAV is an FDA-approved treatment for narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia (IH). Study Aims: Assess the safety and efficacy of the treatment on
Participate in a Clinical Trial for an Ingestible Sleep Apnea Treatment
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common and serious sleep disorder in which breathing is repeatedly interrupted during sleep. OSA occurs when the airway
Does CPAP Make You A Lazy Breather?
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy is generally considered to be the “gold standard” treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition where breathing
Treatments Compared: Sleep Apnea Mouth Guard vs CPAP Machine
Sleep apnea is not only an inconvenience but can also be deadly. If left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to serious health complications, including
