Questions about Sleep Apnea

• Is the correct spelling Sleep Apnea or Sleep Apnoea?

  It all comes down to where you are! The USA prefers to use "Apnea", while the UK uses "Apnoea". We tend to be a bit more easy going here in Australia and consider either one to be correct, however "Apnea" tends to be more popular.

• What can I do about treating Sleep Apnea?

  Step 1: Diagnosis The journey to managing sleep apnea begins with diagnosis. Here's what you need to do: Consult Your GP: Schedule an appointment with your general practitioner (GP) and get them to fill out a referral to have a diagnostic sleep study. Diagnostic Sleep Study: Conducted in the com...

• What is Sleep Apnea?

  Sleep apnea, a common sleep disorder, involves pauses in breathing or a shallowing of breath during sleep. These pauses, or 'apneas', typically occur due to the relaxation of muscles around the throat that causes blockages or a narrowing of the airways. This will then trigger the body to release ...

• Will I stop snoring?

  Absolutely! Using a CPAP machine should completely eliminate snoring. CPAP therapy keeps your airway open during sleep, preventing the collapses that cause snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. If snoring continues, it may be due to an incorrect mask fit or pressure settings. We recommend speaking...