After spending hours, days, weeks, and months on the road, truck drivers can become tired of their repetitive routine. But sometimes what seems like tiredness from the job is more than that — they might be experiencing truck driver burnout. When a trucker becomes both physically and mentally exhausted, they’re over-exhaustion makes them a danger to themselves and those on the road. The day to day life of a trucker can be extremely draining, and if not careful, they can be completely consumed by the lifestyle. It’s important to take the necessary precaution to avoid getting to a dangerous level...

If commercial truck drivers are diagnosed with sleep apnea, they also have a much higher risk of heart disease. In this demanding role, keeping a healthy heart isn’t always the easiest. As a commercial truck driver, they must navigate traffic, delays, and other stressful circumstances. They also find themselves behind the wheel for hours on end — often resulting in limited physical exercise which can lead to high blood pressure. It’s important that truckers, especially those with sleep apnea, take preventative measures to fight high blood pressure and heart disease to keep themselves healthy. Steps to Prevent Heart Disease Many factors...

Recently, studies have shown that there is a relationship between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and acid reflux. One particular study has found 58% - 62% of patients with sleep apnea also experience acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The team at ApneaMed has compiled all the information you need to know about the connection between GERD and OSA to ensure you receive the necessary treatment. What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea is a disorder that causes the patient to stop breathing while they sleep. The cessation in breathing occurs because their airways become blocked by...

Snoring is a common problem for many individuals — and it doesn’t only impact the person snoring but their partner as well. Not only is it annoying and loud, but it can impact the quality of sleep the person gets as well. Improve your quality of sleep and reduce your snoring with these recommendations from ApneaMed: Adjust Your Sleeping Position If you’re tired of being jabbed in the side by your partner’s elbow for your continuous snoring, try changing up your sleeping position. A simple shift if your positioning can help open up your airways and reduce your snoring. If...

Those suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) already have a hard enough time breathing. When you also have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), another common pulmonary disease, you might find yourself dealing with two times the number of breathing problems. When patients suffer from these two diseases simultaneously, their condition is classified as Overlap Syndrome. About 15% of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease have overlap syndrome which can lead to fatigue, pulmonary hypertension, and hypercapnia. We’ve put together everything you need to know about the connection between COPD and OSA to ensure you receive the necessary treatment. What Is...