Sleep Apnea
Understanding obstructive and central sleep apnea, diagnosis, CPAP therapy, mask selection, compliance strategies, and alternative treatments.
New here? Read these in order
- 1Understanding Sleep Apnea: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment OptionsWhat obstructive and central sleep apnea are, and how each is treated
- 2Understanding Your Sleep Study: What to Expect Before, During, and AfterWhat the test involves and what the results mean
- 3CPAP Setup Guide: Getting Started With Your New MachineGetting started with the most effective treatment
- 4Positional Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Patient GuideAn option when the apnea happens mainly on your back
- 5The Health Effects of Sleep Apnea: What Untreated OSA Does to the BodyWhy untreated apnea matters for the heart and brain
The Health Effects of Sleep Apnea: What Untreated OSA Does to the Body
Untreated sleep apnea reaches far beyond tiredness. What the research shows about its effects on the heart, brain, metabolism, and mood.
Positional Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Patient Guide
How sleeping position affects OSA, who is a candidate for positional therapy, and a review of the devices used to keep you off your back.
CPAP Setup Guide: Getting Started With Your New Machine
A step-by-step guide to setting up and using your CPAP machine for the first time, from unboxing to your first night.
Understanding Sleep Apnea: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
A comprehensive patient guide to obstructive and central sleep apnea — what causes it, how it's diagnosed, and the treatment options available.
Understanding Your Sleep Study: What to Expect Before, During, and After
A complete patient guide to polysomnography (PSG) and home sleep tests. Learn what happens during a sleep study and how to read your results.