Sleep apnea is one of human kind’s major health problems. It is estimated that 20% of the human population is affected by sleep apnea. Apnea causes poor sleep quality, decreased quality of life, chronic medical conditions, and early death. If you or a loved one suffers from sleep apnea, you should know and understand as much about it as possible. The following pages are available to give you important information about the disorder and its treatment.

SLEEP APNEA – WHAT IS IT?
Sleep Apnea Syndrome is the result of changes in breathing during sleep. These changes, or events, must happen with a certain frequency in order for the condition to be present. To learn more about what is happening during an apnea event, the causes of sleep apnea, and how we measure apnea events, visit Sleep Apnea – What is It?.

SLEEP APNEA EVALUATIONS
Do you wonder if you have sleep apnea? Do you know whether or not you should be evaluated for it? What tests are required to determine if you have apnea during sleep? Can testing be done at home? For answers to these questions, visit the Sleep Apnea Evaluations page.

SLEEP APNEA TREATMENT
Have you been diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Are you wondering what to do now? Do you want to know more about the treatment options available to you? The Sleep Apnea Treatments page serves as a general guide to the various treatments currently available. It is important to discuss each option with your healthcare provider or sleep specialist to make sure the option you choose is the right one for you.

POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE TREATMENT AND EQUIPMENT
Most people with moderate to severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea use some form of positive airway pressure to correct the problem. The most common form is constant positive airway pressure, or CPAP, but there are other types of pressure machines and treatments. The various means of treating sleep apnea are reviewed on the Treatments page.

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