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  • ...jury, neuromuscular disorders, or poor adherence to chemical and or speech-therapy treatments. [[Oral appliance]] therapy is less effective than CPAP, but is more 'user friendly'. Side-effects are
    32 KB (4,956 words) - 21:21, 12 November 2019
  • ...for new CPAP users''' that can make a difference when starting on [[CPAP]] therapy. While an important treatment for [[obstructive sleep apnea]], CPAP is not Relaxation exercises, such as progressive muscle relaxation, also may help reduce your anxiety. If you're still feeling claustrophobic,
    8 KB (1,401 words) - 15:36, 11 February 2012
  • ...determine when sleep occurs as well as REM sleep. Sleep generally includes relaxation and so a marked decrease in muscle tension occurs. A further decrease in sk ...t mask type and size, and also to make sure the patient can tolerate this therapy, a "[[Titration|CPAP titration study]]" is recommended. This is the same as
    17 KB (2,748 words) - 04:52, 29 August 2015
  • '''Compliance''' - Adhering to a regimen of treatment, such as CPAP therapy. ...reat sleep apnea. This apparatus provides a highly effective, non-invasive therapy that eliminates blockages and prevents collapse of the upper airway by gner
    61 KB (9,551 words) - 18:36, 24 April 2023
  • ...a UARS patient is already restricted or reduced in size, and this natural relaxation reduces the airway further. Therefore, breathing becomes labored. It can be ===Positive airway pressure therapy===
    6 KB (816 words) - 00:40, 9 May 2020
  • ...device was made in 1978 by Krupke, and continuous positive airway pressure therapy and uvulopalatopharyngoplasty were created in 1981. ...hese treatments include exercise, cognitive behavioral therapy, relaxation therapy, meditation, and improving sleep hygiene. Improving [[sleep hygiene]] inclu
    13 KB (1,809 words) - 05:02, 29 August 2015
  • ...uced-breathing exercises that focus on nasal-breathing, breath-holding and relaxation. ...nciples of Buteyko remain the same: nasal breathing, reduced breathing and relaxation.
    10 KB (1,572 words) - 15:03, 30 April 2013
  • ...evel positive airway pressure (BPAP) | bilevel CPAP]] machine, and the new therapy has been like a brand new obstacle to overcome. ...ty and frustration associated with the change in modes and/or beginning of therapy, whether it be from fixed or auto CPAP to bilevel CPAP or even to advanced
    8 KB (1,266 words) - 20:33, 13 June 2018
  • In order to adversely affect the efficacy of your CPAP therapy and the accuracy of the data recorded by your machine, leaks have to be bot ...g whether the official Large Leaks last long enough to compromise the CPAP therapy: The dreaded Mr. Red Frowny Face shows up on the short version of the Sleep
    37 KB (6,643 words) - 03:58, 30 December 2019



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