| Physicians OnlyCPAP treatment for individuals with OSA can result in many different outcomes, depending on the severity of the OSA and the physical health of the individual. Most people with OSA are overweight, with a BMI of over 25. More than 50% of people with OSA are obese, (BMI over...Read More
| Physicians OnlyAlzheimer’s is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Usually, it occurs in people over age 65, however there are cases of younger-onset Alzheimer’s. Once diagnosed, a person suffering from Alzheimer’s typically lives 4-8 years after the diagnosis. If they are in good health, it...Read More
| Physicians OnlyMost of us think that having that extra cup of coffee after lunch will keep us awake, but not if we’re constantly sleep-deprived. Sure, a brief sugar rush or burst of caffeine will temporarily counteract lack of sleep, but overall performance is dependent on the amount of sleep someone...Read More
| Sleep AchesObesity is an epidemic in the United States, affecting more than 1/3 of adults. The most common age range of obese people is between 45-64. Being obese is different than being overweight. Approximately 75% of Americans are overweight. Obesity is determined by measuring body mass index (BMI), which refers...Read More
| Physicians OnlyShort sleep, which affects about 70 million US adults, has a significant influence on our overall health. These periods of short sleep can be classified in different ranges, however for the purpose of this study, is classified as 6 hours or shorter. The primary symptom of short sleep syndrome...Read More
| Sleep Aches, Sleep ApneaFor people experiencing insomnia, sleep deprivation, OSA or sleep disordered breathing, cognitive impairment is common. The brain is supposed to recharge and reset overnight. Getting inadequate sleep lessens the chance of that recharge happening. Multiple studies have linked poor sleep with longer-term cognitive decline, dementia, and Alzheimer’s. Better sleep...Read More
| Physicians OnlyThere’s nothing more bothersome than a constant ringing or buzzing in your ear. Tinnitus, which is the perception of ringing in the ear, is difficult to “tune out”. As a result, this causes problems when trying to fall asleep, focusing at work and various other activities of daily life. ...Read More
| Physicians OnlyMany of us have experienced jaw pain before, due to grinding and clenching our teeth. Sometimes we do this consciously throughout the day, but other times this happens at night, and we are not even aware of it. Clenching and grinding usually stems from stress and anxiety, which manifests...Read More
| Physicians OnlyEarwax plays an important role in keeping us healthy. We may not always be aware of the benefits, but earwax actually helps protect our bodies against bacteria. The scientific name, cerumen, is produced by the outermost part of the ear canal. The study done in this article outlines 37...Read More
| Sleep Aches, Sleep ApneaTraumatic brain injury (TBI) is a significant cause of disability and death in the United States and worldwide. Each year, it is estimated that there are between 1.6 – 3 million cases. Head injuries are usually caused by falls, motor vehicle accidents, impact from an object or assaults. There...Read More
