Getting up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom each night is normal, right?  What if we told you that there could be other causes to this midnight urge to use the bathroom beyond a high fluid intake before bedtime? Medically, the urge to urinate that wakes you each night is known as nocturia, primarily if it happens multiple times.  Nocturia may not be an issue for everyone, same as sleep apnea may not be an issue for everyone. But in many cases, sleep apnea and nocturia go hand in hand. Meaning, many nocturia patients may...

Sleeping next to the person that you love can be a relaxing and restful experience unless, of course, your partner’s snoring and restlessness are keeping you awake as well. Many people that have sleep apnea have no idea that they have it until someone tells them that they might.  You may already be complaining about their snoring, which is one of the primary warning signs of sleep apnea, but it is hard to be positive that is the problem. Whatever the cause of their snoring, it may be time to talk to your partner about how you both can bet...

Winter months seem to last forever. With less sunlight and frigid temperatures, the days feel quite dreary and leave you feeling more tired than average — and if you’re suffering from sleep apnea, you can’t afford to feel more unrested. Not to mention, winter often brings on annoying head colds that never seem to go away! Winter months can wreak havoc on your sleeping, and over time can worsen your sleep apnea symptoms. Let’s take a look at how winter and the common cold impact sleep apnea and what you can do to alleviate the symptoms. Why Sleep Apnea Is...

If you’re one of the 18 million Americans suffering from sleep apnea, you’re probably tired of feeling unrested and dealing with brain fog. Obstructive sleep apnea disrupts your ability to get a good night’s sleep, making it difficult for you to function throughout the day. While there are various types of breathing machines that can help relieve the symptoms, you might be looking for another way to promote rejuvenating sleep. In recent years, chiropractic care has become a popular treatment plan for obstructive sleep apnea patients. Today, the team at ApneaMed will explain how a chiropractor can help with sleep...

Have you ever paid attention to how you breathe as you fall asleep at night? While the most common way to breathe is through the nose, some individuals may notice that they breathe primarily through their mouths. This typically occurs when a person is suffering from congestion due to allergies, sinus problems, inflammation, or a physical obstruction. While these breathing restrictions might not seem like a big deal, they can lead to breathing issues as an adult. The team at ApneaMed has outlined how mouth breathing can negatively impact your health and what you can do to resolve your breathing...