Study highlights wide-ranging health benefits of using CPAP machines
While effective in treating sleep apnea, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines are not the easiest to adapt to, which is why around 50% of those with sleep apnea give up on the life-saving devices. But there’s some good news for those who stick with it, with health benefits stretching further than treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and its associated elevated risks of heart disease and stroke. Recent research has also linked OSA with a greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
Tags: Sleep monitors, Apnea, Snorers, Alzheimer’s Disease, Strokes, Heart Disease, Breathing
Continue reading Study highlights wide-ranging health benefits of using CPAP machines