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An implant for sleep apnea is one of the few CPAP alternatives. This article compares hypoglossal nerve stimulation and ...

A woman who has suffered with sleep apnoea for a decade is finally able to breathe and sleep again thanks to a new implant.

The flow of electrical impulses is directed from the source of the pain along nerve fibers that connect to sensory neurons. Sensory neurons can also support complex movements like picking up utensils, ...

TUESDAY, Jan. 28, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- For patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), sleep surgery is associated with a significantly reduced risk for motor vehicle accidents (MVA) compared ...

Key Takeaways Untreated sleep apnea contributes to car crashesPatients who got no treatment were 21% more likely to be in a wreck than those who got surgeryThe surgery group also proved safer than ...

"This work adds to the growing body of evidence supporting surgical interventions such as hypoglossal nerve stimulation as an effective alternative treatment for select patients with obstructive ...

It can result in weight loss, which may improve sleep apnea. Hypoglossal nerve stimulation is a common treatment option for OSA. It involves placing a surgically implanted device under the skin on ...