| Moderate to severe Obstructive Sleep Apnoea treatment may include:
CPAP
In moderate to severe Obstructive Sleep Apnoea cases, the most effective medical treatment is continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).
This treatment involves wearing a mask over the nose during sleep. The CPAP machine then delivers air pressure of adjustable intensity throughout the night. This air pressure forms a "splint" which prevents the airway from collapsing during sleep.
While many patients find it difficult to adapt to CPAP therapy, new “state of the art” machines have features which have enhanced patient comfort and compliance.
Surgery
The very last option for treating Obstructive Sleep Apnoea is Surgery. Several different surgical procedures can be used, depending on your individual needs.
The decision to undergo Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Surgery is very serious and careful discussion with your Surgeon is imperative. As with any surgery, discomfort and complications are a possibility. For more information, please contact Dr. Harrison at Snoring Solutions today on 1300 4U2SLEEP
(1300 4827 5337) or click here to email us now.
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