It’s only natural to explore potential home remedies for sleep apnea when faced with health challenges, especially if you find it challenging to adhere to your CPAP therapy.  In our pursuit of improved sleep quality and health, we often seek alternative solutions, especially when faced with challenges in adhering to CPAP therapy. The vast realm […] The post Are There Home Remedies for Sleep Apnea? appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more

You abstained from alcohol last night; you’re not under the weather, so what’s the cause of those piercing headaches plaguing you every other morning? If you’re baffled by the persistent, throbbing headaches that greet you almost daily, and you’ve ruled out common causes like alcohol consumption or illness, it’s time to consider an often overlooked […] The post Sleep Apnea Headaches Could be Causing Your Aching Mornings appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more

Are you one of the 50 to 70 million Americans that don’t get sufficient sleep at night? According to the 2022 State of Sleep Health survey, 70 percent of American adults report insufficient sleep at least one night a month. 11 percent of adults report insufficient sleep every night. According to the Centers for Disease […] The post Keep Getting Poor Sleep? How You Might be Accidentally Sabotaging Your Sleep appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more

 Have you ever wondered about the intriguing connection between a deviated septum and sleep apnea? At first glance, it might seem logical to assume that they’re related, given that both conditions involve breathing during sleep.  However, the reality is a little more complex than a straight “yes” or “no” answer. Sleep apnea comes in various […] The post Can a Deviated Septum Cause Sleep Apnea? appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more

Sleep apnea and AFib are worrisome enough on their own, but they can be especially problematic together. The link between heart disease and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is well-known, but how does AFib figure into that equation? Before we get to the heart of the matter though, let’s first talk about each disorder and why […] The post Sleep Apnea and AFib: What’s the Connection? appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more

Do you ever wake up from a nightmare only to find that you still can’t move, trapped in a state of paralysis? While sleep paralysis and sleep apnea aren’t mutually inclusive, there is a significant connection between the two sleep disorders that often go hand in hand. Sleep paralysis may seem fiendish, like something Freddy […] The post The Connection Between Sleep Paralysis and Sleep Apnea appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more

Do you ever think about how sleep affects your dental health? Sure, you may brush your teeth before bed and every morning right when you wake up, but the consequences of poor sleep on your oral health are often overlooked.  Sleep apnea’s damaging effects on your overall health are well-known, but how does sleep apnea […] The post Sleep Apnea and Dental Health: Is OSA Ruining Your Teeth? appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more

You’ve finally taken control of your snoring problem and have been prescribed CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) therapy for your sleep apnea. Great job! The first step is normally the hardest. After all, being hooked up to a machine and sleeping with a mask on your face may not sound especially tantalizing.  CPAP therapy is […] The post 6 Tips for Getting Used to CPAP and Sleeping Better Every Night appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more

The best way to deal with sleep apnea is to not deal with it. Sometimes that’s not an option though, leading many to wonder: can sleep apnea be cured? We’re all familiar with the adage “prevention is the best cure.” It’s a wise statement— but sometimes prevention isn’t always possible. Take for example, the dreaded […] The post Can Sleep Apnea be Cured? Here’s What You Need to Know. appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more

How well do you sleep at night? Sleep is a vital process that impacts you on a physical and emotional level— whether you get too much or too little, you depend on sleep to help keep yourself healthy and sane. However, some people may struggle to get the restful sleep they need each night, and […] The post What Is Sleep Apnea, and How Is It Diagnosed? (And How to Treat It) appeared first on Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee ..read more