Sleep Apnea: CPAP Therapy
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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects breathing during sleep and increases health risks like hypertension and fatigue. A CPAP machine, or sleep apnea machine, delivers constant airway pressure to keep the airway open. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) strongly recommends positive airway pressure for treating OSA in adult patients. In this article, we’ll explore how CPAP machines work, their benefits, side effects, and how to choose the right mask.
During use, the CPAP machine draws in ambient air, applies gentle, constant pressure, and delivers it through the tubing and mask to the airway. This steady airflow acts as a pneumatic splint, keeping the upper airway open, preventing collapse of soft tissues, and maintaining normal breathing patterns—thereby reducing snoring, preventing apnea episodes, and improving oxygen levels and sleep quality.
