Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: “Global Sleep Apnea Diagnostic And Therapeutic Devices Industry”. 

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Sleep Apnea Diagnostic and Therapeutic Devices in US$ Million by the following Product Segments: Diagnostic Devices (Fixed PSG, Ambulatory PSG, & Others (include Screening Devices)), and Therapeutic Devices (CPAP, Bi-Level PAP, Auto PAP, & Facial Interfaces (Masks and Humidifiers)). Read the rest of this entry

SleepApneaDisorder/ [ Press Release ]/ Agoura Hills, CA / November 18, 2010/ The new technology is here and Nationwide Medical, Inc. is making it easy to get a good night’s rest by offering the new in-home sleep test to consumers who may be at risk for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). The in-home technology has been developed as a way to diagnose OSA and enable physicians to prescribe a variety of methods available for sleep apnea treatment.

The in-home sleep test is a new medical technology that offers a variety of benefits, with the average cost a third lower than a sleep study in an overnight facility. More benefits are the ease of use and convenience of completing the test in the comfort of your own home. Read the rest of this entry

SleepApneaDisorder/[Press Release]/CHARLOTTE, NC, September 21, 2010 /- What is the best sleep apnea treatment? It is not CPAP, according to a recent study that showed 60% of patients abandon CPAP use. At least it is not the best treatment for the 60% of patients who abandoned it. This does not mean CPAP is not the most effective treatment, what it means is no matter how effective a treatment may be, it is a poor treatment if it is not used. Oral appliances are an extremely effective treatment for mild to moderate sleep apnea but less effective for morbidly obese patients and those with severe sleep apnea.

Oral appliances are the “Best Sleep Apnea Treatment” because patients actually use them. Compliance issues have always been the biggest problem with CPAP. Studies have shown most patients quit CPAP completely but even patients who use CPAP average only 4-5 hours/ night 4-5 nights a week. That is not the best treatment but it is better than no treatment. Read the rest of this entry

Elkhart General Hospital Home Medical Equipment, 225 E. Jackson Blvd., is offering a free CPAP/BiPAP Clinic from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 21.

Take the opportunity to ensure your sleep apnea equipment is working efficiently and effectively with one-on-one service from respiratory specialists.

To make an appointment, call 574-523-3100 or toll-free at 888-517-3100. Walk-ins are welcome on a space available basis.

Ensure your sleep apnea equipment is working efficiently and effectively with one-on-one service from respiratory specialists at a free CPAP/BiPAP Clinic from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at Elkhart General Home Medical Equipment, 225 E. Jackson Blvd.

Appointments take only 20 minutes and include: pressure checks, mask and supply evaluations, filter changes and new equipment displays.

The clinics are the third Tuesday of each month.