Sleep deprivation is caused by not getting enough sleep, staying up in the wee hours of the night and continuously being on your technology devices.  A recent study shows that every three in four people in the workforce put in more than 40 hours per week.  It may seem like your “at home” list never ends and you will forfeit your sleep to get things done.  Sleeping in on the weekends may feel comfortable and relaxing, but it will not help you catch up on your overall sleep.

 

The human body is naturally designed to get adequate rest by naturally moving through sleep cycles.  Our bodies take approximately eight hours, or more, to experience this type of deep sleep.  According the National Sleep Foundation, on average, Americans sleep just under seven hours per night.  This statistic results to be 6.8 hours during the week and 7.4 hours during the weekend.  Experts recommend that people get eight hours of sleep per night which means you’re losing one hour of sleep each night.

 

If we don’t get enough sleep at night, sleep deprivation can be very harmful during the time we are awake.  Sleep deprivation can cause the following:

 

• Accidents
• Diabetes
• Heart failure
• High stress
• Forgetfulness
• Reduced mental performance
• Weight gain
• Anxiety
• Wrinkles
• Increased risk of death

 

Even though some people think sleeping in on the weekends can help, the fact is, the lack of sleep will catch up to us.  Immediate effects will happen if you only get four to six hours of sleep every night.  This is a bad habit you do not want to create.

 

Make sure to try a new schedule of getting enough sleep during the whole week, just not on the weekends.  We owe good sleep to our bodies, our brains, and to our families.  See us for all of your CPAP masks, CPAP machines, and comfort accessories to help you enjoy a restful night’s sleep every night. Our experts are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST to answer any questions you may have!

Testosterone is a manly thing; there are no two ways around that. The male counterpart to estrogen for females, testosterone helps males with muscle development, body hair growth and plays a major role in sexual health. Therefore, it may seem odd to think that testosterone levels have anything to do with sleeping or sleep apnea. However, newer research has shown that there is a significant connection between sleep/sleep apnea and testosterone levels in men.

 

Testosterone levels change during sleep, and the highest levels reported in men were found during deep, restorative REM sleep. However, sleep apnea and other sleep disorders interrupt the sleep cycle, preventing testosterone levels from reaching their peak. This is what causes the link between low testosterone and sleep apnea.

 

The restless, incomplete sleep men with sleep apnea get every night not only causes low testosterone, but it also increases chances of developing erectile dysfunction. In a recent study, men with obstructive sleep apnea were about twice as likely to complain to doctors of about low libido, erectile dysfunction and impotence.

 

This means one thing: men, go see your doctor if you think you have sleep apnea. CPAP therapy, which is used to treat sleep apnea, can help improve your physical symptoms, as well as the complications to sexual function. Although you can also get expensive hormone replacement therapy to help with impaired sexual function, CPAP therapy is less expensive and helps with both physical and sexual issues.

 

On top of this, treatment with CPAP also helps prevent the more severe consequences of sleep apnea such as developing heart disease, high blood pressure and strokes. CPAP Central has the equipment to fit your therapy and the staff to help you find what you need. Men (and women), be sure to come by and see how we can assist you in your sleep apnea treatment.

 

 

At CPAPCentral, we get excited about all things related to sleep apnea therapy—and for good reason! We love being able to help people get a good night’s rest and avoid the pitfalls that come with untreated OSA.

However, it’s rare that we’re this excited for a new piece of CPAP equipment. Introducing the all-new AirMini Travel CPAP Machine by ResMed. The smallest and most advanced travel CPAP machine, the AirMini fits in the palm of your hand, offers waterless humidification, and connects to your phone via an app for easy control.

The AirMini weighs only .66 pounds and is 5.4 inches long, 3.3 inches wide and 2.1 high, making it smaller than most mobile phones. It only requires a 20-watt power adapter, which is also what most smart phones use as well.

Because it is so small, the AirMini doesn’t have room on it for settings. That’s why you connect it via BlueTooth to your smart phone and use the AirMini app to control it. The app is currently available for both iOS and Android.

We know that you don’t always have access to distilled water during travel. In fact, sometimes using liquid in your CPAP machine can be downright hazardous. If you’re using it on a plane and experience turbulence, it can lead to spills. If you forget to empty it before packing your bag, it can lead to a big, wet mess.

The HumidX™ and HumidX™ Plus waterless humidifiers, which are exclusive to the AirMini, make it so you don’t have to worry about that anymore. They snap onto the end of the hose and capture the heat and moisture from exhaled air and uses it to humidify therapy air.

With summer well under way, you may very well be planning your next vacation. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading to a travel CPAP machine, we highly recommend this device!

It’s that time of year—when you pack your bags, hire a house sitter and head out the door for a week of adventure!

If you haven’t decided on where you want to go for your next vacation, CPAP Central has compiled the top five destinations in the United States for 2018, courtesy of Trip Advisor:

1. New York

From American icons such as the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building to artistic endeavors such as Broadway and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Big Apple truly has it all!

2. Las Vegas, Nevada

While it’s better known for gambling, there’s so much more to do here than just that! Whether you take in a show, enjoy gourmet buffets or pose with an Elvis on the strip, there’s plenty to do in this desert town.

3. Orlando, Florida

What can we say? The city of theme parks certainly has its share of distractions. And when you get tired of roller coasters, there’s beaches, spas and gardens where you can go to relax.

4. Chicago, Illinois

Whether you want to take in the famous comedy of Second State or explore a little history at the Field Museum, the Windy City has a wide variety of cultural experiences you can take in!

5. San Diego, California

This hub of the tech industry has its fair share of fun! Whether you stroll the ocean, catch a free Sunday concert at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion or enjoy nighttime entertainment in the Gaslamp Quarter, there is always plenty to do!

No matter where you decide to jet off to this summer, we want to remind you to not leave your CPAP supplies behind. Many of those with sleep apnea tend to forgo their therapy while they’re on vacation, since it can be difficult to lug everything along.

Luckily, CPAP Central is here with a solution to that problem: the Dreamstation Go travel CPAP.

The Dreamstation Go is sort of like the little brother of the popular Dreamstation CPAP. Featuring a built-in power supply and an optional battery, this CPAP machine is truly portable enough to use on even long-term flights! It uses Bluetooth to track and monitor your results, and the DreamMapper App to track progress.

If you’re ready to upgrade to a travel CPAP, we have all the information you need on this versatile little machine. Our experts are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST to answer any questions you may have!