A New Sleep Apnea Therapy Alternative
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the gold standard treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In OSA, the upper airway muscle tone reduces excessively during sleep, allowing structures supported by […]
Daytime Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation for Treatment of Mild OSA
Since the early 1980s when the first patients with severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) were successfully treated by a prototype continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device made from a vacuum […]
The Importance of Remote Patient Monitoring and Coaching
The new Virtual Patient Monitoring module series from AAST is a timely education series which supports the change in practices we are seeing in managing our sleep disordered patients and […]
Sleep Headbands: The New Wave of Sleep Monitoring?
As wearables have become more common, it’s no surprise companies are expanding their wearable offerings. The latest trend? Smart headbands – wearable devices that reportedly help monitor and inform sleep […]
Being Smart With Smart Beds
If you’re keeping up with sleep technology trends, you’ve probably heard of smart beds. From temperature controlled mattresses to adjustable firmness, it seems the traditional box spring mattress has been […]
An Update on Wearables With Sleep Monitoring
Whether worn for function or fashion, wearables aren’t going away anytime soon. If anything, companies are investing in the long-term use of wearable technology and enhancing the user experience.
Health Care of the Future: Telemedicine Makes Medicine More Accessible
Technology has allowed us to link with people all around the world. From connecting with friends and family abroad to discovering new cultures while sitting in the comfort of our own […]
Cybersecurity and Sleep Data: How Safe Are You?
Technology has made our lives a lot easier in many ways, but it has complicated it in others, too. Especially when it comes to your security. As humans increasingly rely […]
Do Sleep Trackers Work? An Expert’s Opinion
It’s not uncommon these days to see people walking down the street with a FitBit or an Apple Watch. These wearables can track a slew of things: your steps, calories […]
Sleep Wearables and Athletes: Legal Questions in the Digital Age
Wearables have become ubiquitous in our modern society, especially with both weekend and professional athletes. In particular, there has been a rapid implementation of wearables that monitor sleep into professional […]
