Sleep Blog
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Insomnia vs. Sleep Apnea: How to Tell the Difference
The difference between insomnia and sleep apnea is that insomnia is a sleep-initiation or maintenance problem, whereas sleep apnea is a breathing disorder during sleep. Insomnia causes difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, waking up prematurely, or suffering from overall poor sleep quality despite having plenty of time to rest (1). At The Insomnia and Sleep Institute of Arizona, our sleep physicians routinely educate patients that while both conditions leave you feeling completely depleted during the day, insomnia stems from a hyperaroused nervous system while you
Can You Use a CPAP Machine While Camping or Off-Grid? Best Power Options That Actually Work
Yes, you can use a CPAP machine while camping or off-grid. The key is planning ahead and choosing a power source that can provide
Are You Getting Enough DEEP Sleep?
Deep sleep is when your body gets its real rest. It helps with muscle repair, immune health, memory, hormones, and brain recovery. If you
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
12 Celebrities and Known People With Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea can affect actors, athletes, comedians, public figures, writers, and people with very different careers. It is not a personal weakness. It is
Mis-Diagnosis of Sleep Apnea
Recently, a 78-year-old woman in Maine shared her story of a misdiagnosis. When she was 64, her primary care physician referred her to a
Implants for Treating Sleep Apnea
If you struggle with sleep apnea, you may have more options than you think. The Insomnia and Sleep Institute of Arizona is physician-owned and
Most Common Narcolepsy Myths
Narcolepsy has served as fodder for jokes in the media for decades, but this neurological disorder is nothing like it is often portrayed. In
Physiological Characteristics Inform OSA (and CPAP Usage)
Anyone of any age can struggle with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the most common type of sleep apnea. In fact, OSA is one of
