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Why it matters:Conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central sleep apnea, and hypoventilation syndromes cause repeated drops in oxygen levels during sleep. How SpO₂ helps: 2. Prevention of Serious Health Complications Why it matters:Chronic nighttime hypoxia is linked to: How SpO₂ helps: 3. Improved Clinical Decision-Making for Providers Why it matters:Objective data improves accuracy and treatment…

By Alyx Arnett Central sleep apnea (CSA) has long been one of the most complex and frustrating disorders for sleep clinicians. Its diverse etiologies, limited high-quality evidence, and historically narrow treatment options often left providers balancing uncertainty against risk. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has now released a major clinical practice guideline update,…

With today’s sleep apnea treatments, data is everywhere. CPAP machines track nightly usage, mask leaks, and residual AHI. Oral appliances, neurostimulators, and other therapies increasingly come with their own dashboards. On paper, it might seem like clinicians already have everything they need to know whether treatment is working. So why are some sleep physicians insisting…

Starting CPAP therapy for sleep apnea can be challenging. Many patients experience discomfort, strong airflow, or irritation—especially when using a nasal pillow mask. New clinical insights suggest that a simple CPAP mask setting change may significantly improve comfort for new users without reducing treatment effectiveness. Why Does CPAP Therapy Feel Uncomfortable for Some Patients? CPAP…

Starting CPAP therapy for sleep apnea isn’t always easy. Many patients struggle with discomfort, strong airflow, or the feeling that the mask is “too much.” If you’ve ever wondered why CPAP feels uncomfortable—especially with a nasal pillow mask—you’re not alone. New insights from sleep specialists suggest that one small CPAP setting change may significantly improve…

For many people newly diagnosed with sleep apnea, starting CPAP therapy can feel overwhelming. The mask feels strange, the airflow feels intense, and discomfort often leads to one outcome sleep specialists know all too well: patients stop using the device. But what if one small setting change—one that goes against industry norms—could make CPAP therapy…

The True Cost of Ignoring Sleep Problems — And How to Find the Money Even Without Insurance If you’ve been struggling with poor sleep, snoring, waking up gasping, constant daytime fatigue, or falling asleep at the wheel — you probably already suspect something’s wrong. Maybe someone suggested sleep apnea, and you’ve heard that a sleep…

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a prevalent disorder marked by repeated upper airway obstruction during sleep, leading to fragmented sleep and intermittent hypoxia. Thankfully, treatments like continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), mandibular advancement devices, and other interventions can significantly reduce apneic events. However, a perplexing clinical challenge remains: why do some patients continue to experience…

By Sree Roy Blood pressure cuffs have long been the standard in clinical care—but for sleep patients, especially those with sleep apnea, they may be missing crucial clues. While daytime spot checks offer a limited snapshot, it’s what happens overnight—in the dynamic, unseen hours of sleep—that could provide life-saving insights. A new generation of technology,…

Introduction: Can Sleep Disorders Be the Root Cause of Your Mental Health Struggles? Have you ever experienced that feeling of endless exhaustion, where no matter how much you sleep, you wake up feeling just as drained? Or perhaps you’ve battled with anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues that seem to worsen no matter what…