Sleep Blog
Read the latest tips, news, and information about The Insomnia and Sleep Institute of Arizona.
Do You Need a Prescription for a CPAP Machine?
In the United States, you must have a valid prescription from a licensed medical provider to purchase a CPAP machine. In our sleep clinic, patients frequently ask why continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices cannot be bought off the shelf. Symptoms like loud snoring, waking up gasping for air, or feeling exhausted after a full night of sleep strongly suggest obstructive sleep apnea, but symptoms alone cannot confirm the diagnosis (1). Because a CPAP machine directly adjusts your breathing pressure during sleep, federal regulations classify
Study Shows Joint Pain May Be Exacerbated in Older Women with OSA
Are you a woman with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who has noticed an increase in joint pain? According to a recent study out of
Study Examines if Children Really “Outgrow” Insomnia
Anyone who has a child knows that they don’t always practice what we call “good sleep hygiene.” Children have different sleep needs and cycles
Study Examines Children with Down Syndrome & Home Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the most common type of sleep apnea, is relatively common in children but drastically more so for those with Down
Sleep Apnea and Anesthesia: Hidden Risks
Millions of Americans have sleep apnea, and the vast majority (about 90 percent) are undiagnosed (1). Children can have sleep apnea, too, though it
Should You See a Sleep Specialist?
Most people have never seen a sleep specialist. Unfortunately many only seek out these experts when a sleep disorder becomes unbearable. Considering that around
The Circadian Rhythm Disorder You Never Heard About
There are many types of circadian rhythm disorders, and all are treated at The Insomnia and Sleep Institute of Arizona. We offer exceptional staffing
Unmanaged Sleep Apnea Ages You Faster
There are many reasons to address your sleep apnea, especially because it is linked to numerous comorbidities including cardiac events and diabetes (1, 2).
What Might Really be Causing Bad Sleep from Job Stress
If you have a high-stress job and sleep troubles, the cause might be obvious. However, a new study suggests that the real driver of
