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Challenges With Sleep Apnea Management and How to Overcome Them
Managing sleep apnea effectively requires more than just a diagnosis. Many patients struggle with the real-world realities of therapy, particularly when using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), which is considered the gold-standard treatment for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. CPAP continuously delivers pressurized air through a mask during sleep to keep the upper airway open and improve oxygenation. 1. CPAP Adaptation Difficulties Many people struggle because the machine can feel uncomfortable at first. Studies consistently show that common problems include the mask feeling awkward
Research Reviews Impact of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) on Insomnia
The neuromodulator technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS, is FDA-approved to treat major depressive disorder. However, it has recently gained traction as
New Study on Sleep Apnea and Racial Disparities
A number of studies have shown a correlation between race and instances of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is the most common type of
Sleep and Reading Correlation in Children
Are children who are “good sleepers” also better readers? Yes, according to a recent study published in the British Journal of Educational Psychology. Sleep
Research Shows “Good Sleep” Just as Important as Exercise in Keeping Obesity at Bay
Obesity has been dubbed an epidemic in America (and other countries) for many years now, and of course, exercise and a healthy diet have
Does Your Child Sleepwalk? The Latest Facts
If your child sleepwalks, once you get past the strangeness of it, your top concern is probably their safety and quality of sleep. A
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Used to Explore Restless Leg Syndrome Cause
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or TMS, is a non-invasive brain stimulation procedure that features a shifting magnetic field. This field, in turn, generates an electric
Trial: Inspire Implant and Children with Down Syndrome
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the most common types of sleep disorders and the most common kind of sleep apnea. It is
Less Quality Sleep Linked to More “Bad” Belly Fat
The Mayo Clinic released a study that showed a lack of good sleep mixed with easy access to food will increase calorie consumption—and the
