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So, you got the results of your sleep study and they say you have pretty bad sleep apnea. Now what? They want you to use a Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) device with a mask when you sleep, but you say, “No way!” You’ve probably been going along pretty well all these years without sleeping with a mask on your face, so why start now? In this blog, I propose 5 steps to have a successful relationship with your PAP.

Let's begin with a little background. Apnea comes from the Greek word apnos, meaning "without breathing." Sleep apnea is...

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At Singular Sleep, many of our patients have high-deductible health plans with or without health care spending accounts (HSA) or flexible spending accounts (FSA). These patients often find that they can save a lot of money and time by using us to get a sleep apnea test, consult with our sleep doctor, and purchase CPAP and BPAP products. But folks often want to submit invoices to their insurance companies for reimbursement or to count towards their deductibles. Here is some helpful information that can make it easier for you to file claims...

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You've seen the ads. You've heard the loud, repetitive pitches from "Zyppah Jimmy." But is the Zyppah the snoring solution that you've been searching for or just another gimmick? The money-back guarantee seems like a no-lose proposition, but are there any hidden downsides to trying the Zyppah? Here is Dr. Krainin's in-depth analysis and review of this popular snoring aid.

What is Zyppah and what sets it apart from other snoring appliances on the market?

The Zyppah (pronounced "ZEE -pa") Stop Snoring Hybrid Oral Appliance entered the already-crowded snoring...

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"I use my CPAP machine every night, so I don't have to worry about sleep apnea anymore, right?"

WRONG

This is a common and widely held misconception. Sleep apnea treatment is one of those cases in life when "you don't know what you don't know." Since you're asleep, you're completely unable to assess how well the apnea is being treated. Don't fool yourself: even though you use CPAP all night and feel good during the day, your body still may be suffering at night. Treating sleep apnea is definitely not a "one size fits...

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Get the most up to date information about the sleep apnea and blood pressure connection from a sleep doctor's perspective.

Sleep Apnea and Blood Pressure: the Whole Story

Are sleep apnea and blood pressure related? Can obstructive sleep apnea cause hypertension? Does blood pressure improve with the use of a CPAP machine? Read on to find the answers to these questions and more.

In order to explain the high blood pressure and sleep apnea connection, let's first define a few key concepts.

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Is Mild Sleep Apnea Being Over-treated, or Perhaps not Treated Aggressively Enough?

In this article, I will unpack the scientific evidence informing both sides of the debate about how mild sleep apnea should be managed. To start, let's clarify some key concepts.

What Is Mild Sleep Apnea?

In adult patients (≥ 18 years of age), mild sleep apnea is defined as a sleep apnea test showing an apnea hypopnea index (AHI)  between 5 and 15. AHI is synonymous with RDI (respiratory disturbance index) or REI (respiratory event index - more commonly...

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Not infrequently, people ask me some variation of the following:

I'm told that I snore every night, and a few times my spouse has heard me stop breathing in my sleep. I've done some research online and I'm pretty sure that I have sleep apnea. Do I really need to do a sleep apnea test or is this just an added expense? Why not just buy an auto-CPAP machine?

In this article I'm going to unpack the rationale behind having a sleep apnea study so that you can fully understand your options. In order to honestly address...

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This article is a comprehensive review of mini CPAP options for portable treatment of sleep apnea by our board-certified sleep physician - updated 7/2019.

Mini CPAP: A Guide to Portable CPAP Machines

Are you in the market for a mini CPAP? If you have sleep apnea and are in one of the following groups, a travel CPAP might be of interest to you:

• frequent travelers
• hunters
• backcountry campers
• sailors
• vacation homeowners who don't want to lug their regular machines back and forth between homes
• those who don't want everyone to know that...

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Want to try Provent Sleep Apnea Therapy? Learn about one of the most popular CPAP alternatives with our comprehensive guide.

Board-certified sleep medicine physician Dr. Joseph Krainin discusses Provent therapy reviews, cost, effectiveness, and where to buy one of the most popular alternatives to CPAP.

Introduction to Provent sleep apnea treatment: Is it right for you?

Have you been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and CPAP was recommended, but the thought...

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