Can’t Breathe, Can’t Sleep

Sleep apnea is a condition where there is a reduction or cessation of breathing during sleep. There are three types of sleep apnea, central sleep apnea (CSA), obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and mixed sleep apnea (both central sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea). Sleep apnea is seen predominately in obese patients. There are several non-surgical treatments for sleep apnea patients. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association CPAP therapy is the most common non surgical treatment for sleep apnea. CPAP therapy works by preventing the airway from closing during sleep. It is administered at bedtime through a nasal or facial mask held in place by velcro straps around the patient’s head. The CPAP Multi-Mask Sleep Pillow is highly recommended device used for CPAP therapy. The CPAP Multi Mask Pillow Improves mask comfort, provides freedom of movement during sleep, enables multi-position sleeping for side, back and stomach sleepers, and gives neck support and spinal alignment.