Treatment for Sleep Apnea: How Neuro Implants Are Changing Lives
The Challenge of Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a prevalent condition impacting countless individuals worldwide. This disorder...
Obstructive Sleep Apnea vs. Central Sleep Apnea
There are two primary types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), where throat muscles relax and block airflow, and central sleep apnea (CSA), where the brain fails to signal proper breathing rhythms. Both conditions can lead to significant health risks.
- Gasping for air
- Insomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
Innovative Treatments on the Horizon
Recent advancements in technology bring hope for better sleep solutions:
- Genio Implant: An app-controlled stimulator approved in December by UCLH that helps patients with OSA.
- Remed Device: A pacemaker-like treatment for CSA, implanted to stimulate normal respiratory function.
The FDA has also approved Zepbound, a weight-loss drug assisting OSA patients by reducing airway obstruction.
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