Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a condition in which a person experiences pauses in breathing while asleep. These pauses can last anywhere from 10 seconds to up to a minute. In very severe cases, they can last even longer. Not only is the length of time the body goes without oxygen in each episode important, but also…

Oral appliances are increasingly becoming a popular treatment option for sleep apnea, due to their comfort, convenience, and effectiveness.

An estimated 12 million Americans suffer from , many of whom may not even realize it. This sleep disorder causes constant disruptions while you are sleeping that prevent you from getting the rest you need. Sleep apnea disrupts the health of your whole body, including increasing your risk of sudden cardiac death (when the […]nThe post Sleep Apnea Increases the Risk of Heart Failure appeared first on .

is a condition that can dramatically impact a person’s overall health. We still don’t understand all the myriad ways that the condition can impact the body’s smooth functioning. We know it , among other problems. Now a new study suggests that it could be linked to chronic pain. However, it doesn’t seem […]nThe post People with Chronic Pain at High Risk for Sleep Apnea appeared first on .

isn’t just dangerous because of the serious health conditions it can cause or contribute to like heart disease, liver problems, and more. It isn’t just dangerous because it increases your risk or workplace accidents or car accidents. It’s dangerous because most people with sleep apnea don’t know that they have it. Even though […]nThe post How to Read the Warning Signs on Sleep Apnea appeared first on .