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Study: Military Spouse Sleep Disturbances Are Common
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Wed 10/26/2016 - 09:00
A recent study published in the journal of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that spouses of military service members experience a significant amount of sleep disturbances. In this blog post, Dr. Ivan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates takes a closer look at the study’s findings and its implications.
Back-to-school Sleeping Tips for Kids and Teens
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Wed 09/28/2016 - 09:00
The benefits of sleep have long been established. Studies show that a good night’s rest improves memory, enhances creativity and even boosts the immune system — all which are important to a student’s success in school. The back-to-school season is the perfect time to establish good sleeping habits. In this blog post, Dr. Ivan Stein…
Study: OSA Risk Increases with Asthma
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Thu 08/25/2016 - 09:00
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 12 (approximately 25 million) people have asthma. Individuals with asthma face a range of health issues, including — according to one study — an increased risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Dr. Ivan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates takes a look at the…
Why Sleep Apnea Is Hard to Identify
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Mon 07/25/2016 - 09:00
Millions of Americans have sleep apnea. However, statistics show only 16 percent of those people receive treatment. A big reason for this may be that, while common, sleep apnea is hard to identify. In this blog post, Dr. Ivan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates explains why.
Study: Exercising Can Improve Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Fri 06/24/2016 - 09:00
Not only is exercise good for your waistline, but research says it can also help improve symptoms of sleep apnea. In this blog post, Dr. Ivan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates takes a look at two separate studies and their findings regarding exercise and sleep apnea.
Study Looks at OSA and Truck Drivers’ Crash Risk
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Sat 04/16/2016 - 09:00
Last month, the journal of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine published a study that looked at obstructive sleep apnea and the crash risk of commercial motor vehicle drivers. The largest of its kind, the study showed that truck drivers with sleep apnea that do not regularly adhere to their mandated treatment program are much…
What Are the Different Types of Sleep Apnea?
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Mon 03/21/2016 - 09:00
Nearly 20 million Americans suffer from the sleep disorder known as sleep apnea. Many people are familiar with the most common type of sleep apnea — obstructive sleep apnea or OSA — but fail to recognize the two other types of the disorder. Here, Dr. Ivan Stein and the team at TMJ & Airway Associates…
Sleep Apnea Myths and Misconceptions
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Wed 02/24/2016 - 09:00
Dr. Ivan Stein of TMJ & Airway Associates understands why a person with sleep apnea questions would go to the Internet seeking answers. Unfortunately, he has noticed that many online sources claim to be experts but are actually perpetuating harmful misinformation. Here, Dr. Stein dispels the most common myths and misconceptions about sleep apnea.
Study Suggests Why Sleep Apnea Is Linked to Heart Disease Risk
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Sat 01/23/2016 - 09:00
Sleep apnea specialists have known for a long time that obstructive sleep apnea triples the risk of cardiovascular disease. Until recently, the exact link between sleep apnea and increased risk of heart disease has been unclear. New research from Columbia University Medical Center suggests that cholesterol is the culprit, and hints at a potential solution…
The Long-Term Effects of Sleep Apnea
Submitted by New Jersey Snoring Solutions on Thu 12/24/2015 - 09:00
Your sleep apnea is not only preventing you (and possibly your family) from getting a good night’s rest — it is also putting you at risk of serious health complications. In this blog post, Dr. Ivan Stein and the team at TMJ & Airway Associates explain these risks and what you can do to lower…
