Archive for November, 2008
Sunday, November 30th, 2008
Sleep Apnea Mask
One of the nonsurgical treatments that are said to be effective in preventing sleep apnea is through the use of masks. These devices consist of a portable machine that is designed to provide pressurized air to a patient’s nasal passage as to prevent his throat from collapsing and blocking his airway whenever he sleeps. It [...]
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Thursday, November 27th, 2008
Take a Sleep Apnea Quiz or Test Today
Sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that is characterized by frequent pauses and gasps in a person’s breathing while they sleep. It is caused by the collapse of the patient’s airway which blocks his breathing. This causes the brain to wake you up in order for you to start breathing again. However, these sleep interruptions [...]
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Sunday, November 23rd, 2008
Sleep Apnea Machines
The most successful sleep apnea remedies are positive airway pressure sleep apnea machines.
There are a number of different types to choose from including CPAP, BiPAP and AutoPAP. They each vary in how the airflow is controlled during the treatment. What is consistent however is that they each utilize a face mask and hose to deliver [...]