Treatment for Sleep Disorders

A variety of treatment options are available for patients diagnosed with a sleep disorder. For those with sleep apnea, relief usually comes with prescribing Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP). In this therapy, a steady stream of pressurized air is supplied through a tube connected to a plastic mask, preventing the collapse of airway tissues during sleep.

In addition, oral appliance therapy, positional therapy, somnoplasty, laser surgery or UP3 (where the tissue at the back of the throat is removed) are other ways to help sleep apnea patients attain restful sleep.

For those with other sleep disorders, a good night's sleep could also come with light therapy treatment, as well as lifestyle changes including weight loss, quitting smoking or developing better sleeping habits.