The Inspire Implant, hypoglossal nerve stimulation, was FDA approved in 2014 for the treatment of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea for patients unable to tolerate treatment with CPAP. The implant was placed utilizing three incisions, one below the jaw for placement of the nerve stimulator, one in between the ribs for placement of the […]
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Obstructive sleep apnea(OSA) is a common condition, affecting approximately 20% of the adult population. The most common symptoms are snoring, gasping for air while sleeping, and daytime lethargy. The health risks of untreated OSA are caused by the recurrent decrease in blood oxygen levels which strains the heart. Obstructive sleep apnea is associated with increased
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The Inspire implant is a new treatment available for patients with moderate-severe obstructive sleep apnea, who are unable to tolerate treatment with CPAP. The Inspire implant is a small device placed during a same-day, outpatient procedure. At bedtime, you activate a remote to turn the device on to open your airway while sleeping. The Inspire
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Obstructive sleep apnea(OSA) is a common disorder, affecting 24% of men and 9% of women between the age of 30 and 60. Snoring, gasping and daytime sleepiness are symptoms of OSA. OSA is caused by repeated upper airway collapse and obstruction during sleep. The complications associated with OSA are due to recurrent lowering of blood
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Snoring is generally considered to be a nuisance problem for the sleep partners of the 40% of adults who snore. Â Sleep is disrupted and relationships are strained. Â More importantly, recent evidence suggests that snoring may be associated with cardiovascular health risks, even in the absence of obstructive sleep apnea. There are indications that the vibrations
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A recent study in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine indicates that men and women are affected differently by sleep disorders. Â Women are more likely to have trouble sleeping, have excessive daytime sleepiness, and more severe symptoms of depression. Â Disordered sleep has a greater affect in women than men in their ability to concentrate and
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