Those who qualify for Inspire will require a minor outpatient procedure. The physician implants the small nerve stimulator device and battery pack under the skin in the chest. One electronic lead, or wire, connects the device to the nerve that stimulates the tongue.

The Inspire system is controlled by a small handheld sleep remote. Simply turn Inspire on before bed and off in the morning when you wake up.

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Tongue retaining devices (TRD) use suction to draw the tongue partially out of the mouth, which helps prevent the base of the tongue from blocking the airway.

Maxillomandibular advancement is a surgery that pushes the jaw and other tissues forward. This procedure tightens the inner walls of the throat to reduce the risk of airway collapse.

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Bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP): BiPAP machines introduce positive pressure into your upper airway and lungs to keep your airway open and prevent it from narrowing or collapsing. BiPAP machines can be set to different pressures for breathing in and out.

Hypoglossal nerve stimulation is a treatment for obstructive sleep apnea that uses a surgical procedure to implant a device in the upper chest.

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Although both weight loss and CPAP treatment are considered effective ways of reducing OSA symptoms, research is conflicting.

Weight loss can be effective if it’s maintained, but research shows only 5% of overweight individuals with OSA who lose weight keep the weight off. OSA symptoms can also return even if weight loss is maintained.

Many say that after becoming adjusted to their CPAP machine, the renewed energy and invigorating focus they have far outweighs any minor discomfort they experienced. 

Medicare coverage depends on the treatment If you struggle with CPAP type. Medicare Part B covers durable medical equipment (DME)ⓘ Medical equipment expected to last at least three years, prescribed for in-home use for a medical reason.