CPAP stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. It is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition where a person’s airway repeatedly collapses or becomes blocked during sleep, causing pauses in breathing.
The simple breakdown
- A CPAP machine uses a small motor to push a steady stream of air.
- The air flows through a hose into a mask worn over the nose, mouth, or both.
- This gentle pressure keeps the airway open all night, preventing the stops and starts in breathing.
Benefits
- Restores normal breathing during sleep.
- Reduces snoring and nighttime awakenings.
- Improves energy, focus, and mood during the day.
- Lowers long-term health risks linked to untreated sleep apnea, like high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
In short: CPAP therapy is like an air splint that keeps your airway open, helping you sleep deeply and safely every night.
Questions? Call 503-496-5239 or email info@sleeptechnologies.com.