How Technology Impacts Sleep Quality
There is no doubt that technology improves our daily lives. It has advanced medicine, industry, and so much more. Technology is a source of income for some, entertainment for others, […]
How to Diagnose Treat the 5 Most Common Sleep Disorders
Having trouble sleeping is commonly reported throughout the world. According to the American Sleep Association (AMA), sleep disorders currently affect as many as 50 to 70 million U.S adults, and […]
5 Alternative Sleep Apnea Treatment Options
If your patients don’t want to wear a CPAP mask, then you can try recommending alternative sleep apnea treatment options. We’ve written about how sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder […]
5 Types of Sleep Tests and When to Use Them
Many people aren’t getting the adequate amount of sleep required for their bodies to function properly. While some individuals just need more sleep because of family, social, or work obligations […]
Which CPAP Mask is Best for Your Patient? Pros Cons of Various Mask Types
Sleep disorders have been a huge health problem in the U.S., including sleep apnea. In fact, around 22 million Americans are currently suffering from sleep apnea and 80 percent of […]
Here’s Why CPAP Adherence is So Critical
CPAP, which stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, is a common and popular treatment option for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). During sleep, patients wear a nasal or full […]
Pros Cons of APAP Therapy
As a sleep technologist, you already know the importance of a good night’s sleep. Sleep plays a vital role in well-being and health. It’s crucial to sleep well to protect […]
So, you think you know everything about CPAP and BiPAP?
Most sleep technologists know that PAP therapy is indicated for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Did you know that PAP therapy is also indicated for Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) and hypoventilation?
Top 10 Most Common CPAP Mask Problems and Discomfort (How to Solve Them)
For patients with sleep apnea, CPAP therapy is a great treatment option to ease the most troubling symptoms of this disorder. In our previous blog post, we explained how CPAP […]
What Is Polysomnography?
Polysomnography is a test conducted to study sleep and to diagnose a variety of sleep disorders. Some people refer to polysomnography (PSG) as a sleep study. Sleep technologists perform the […]