When is BPAP Better than CPAP?

When is BPAP Better than CPAP?

When is BPAP Better than CPAP? If you are one of the 3-7% of the population affected by sleep apnea, you may use a medical device with pressurized air to breathe better, sleep better, and feel better. Doctors commonly prescribe a BPAP (BiPAP or bilevel positive airway...
What Does CPAP Stand For?

What Does CPAP Stand For?

What Does CPAP Stand For? If you have trouble breathing properly while sleeping, you may use a CPAP device to help you. CPAP stands for “Continuous Positive Air Pressure.” Using this device keeps you breathing in and out all night. Because of the air pressure it...
Alternatives to CPAP: No More Masks

Alternatives to CPAP: No More Masks

Alternatives to CPAP: No More Masks If you struggle with snoring or breathing issues during sleep, you are not alone. Out of 326 million people in the US, 10% have obstructive sleep apnea. (1) With more than 8 million users in the US, continuous positive airway...
What Happens When You Don’t Sleep?

What Happens When You Don’t Sleep?

What Happens When You Don’t Sleep? We all know what it feels like to wake up after tossing and turning all night long. You wonder how to get through the day and may feel depressed or too exhausted to think straight. If you miss sleep often and don’t know why you...
Is Sleep Apnea Hereditary?

Is Sleep Apnea Hereditary?

Is Sleep Apnea Hereditary? If someone in your immediate family has been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, you are more likely to also suffer from this disorder. Sleep disorders contribute to long sleepless nights and a struggle to stay awake during the day. It...