Tag: sleep apnea

For many people who constantly wake up feeling tired, groggy, or irritable — despite getting a full night’s sleep — sleep apnea might be the hidden culprit. This common sleep disorder affects millions worldwide, and if left untreated, it can take a serious toll on your heart, brain, and overall well-being. Fortunately, one of the most effective and widely used treatments today is CPAP therapy — short for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. In this article, we’ll break down what CPAP therapy is, how it works, and why it’s a game changer for improving sleep health and restoring your energy. What Is Sleep Apnea? Before diving into CPAP therapy, it’s important to understand what sleep apnea is and how…

As a sleep technologist, you often treat people who have sleep apnea. Continuous positive airway pressure, often known as CPAP, is an effective and well-liked treatment for sleep apnea. Patients with sleep apnea use the non-surgical technique to open up their airways while they are sleeping. According to the National Sleep Foundation, the disease affects more than 18 million Australians. The fact that the community of sleep technologists is so acquainted with the CPAP problem should thus not be surprising. Another well-known truth is how crucial it is to encourage your patients to continue their medication. In this article, we’ll examine the importance of CPAP adherence, the factors that make it difficult for patients to stick to treatment…