What is position dependent sleep apnea?
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In classic sleep apnea, the airways are repeatedly blocked during sleep, which leads to an interruption in breathing. Position-dependent sleep apnea is a special form of this. Here the airways are mainly blocked in the supine position.
Sleep apnea affects the quality of sleep and can have a significant impact on performance and overall health. If you have sleep apnea and supine apnea events are twice as common as those on your side, your sleep apnea is probably position dependent. Sleeping on your side can significantly reduce your symptoms.
Check with your doctor if you have been diagnosed with position dependent OSA.
When you sleep on your back, your airways are blocked, which can cause breathing to stop.
When you sleep on your side, your airways are free, which makes breathing easier.
We are on your side and enable mask-free sleep apnea therapy
If you are at one positional sleep apnea suffer, classic CPAP therapy can help you. But you have to wear a mask every night. A mask-free alternative to this is to avoid lying on your back. NightBalance was developed for this.
Night Balance is an easy to use and apply device that you can comfortably wear at night. It continuously monitors your sleeping position and prompts you to lie on your side. The intensity of the vibrations automatically adjusts to you.
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Night Balance
Mask-free therapy specifically for position-dependent sleep apnea
The advantages of NightBalance
Comfortable to wear
The compact device is worn on the chest using a soft, adjustable strap. According to customer testimonials, it is more comfortable to wear than a CPAP machine. (1)
For at home and on the go
No mask, no surgery: the discreet, quiet sensor is worn in a chest strap. Thanks to the practical travel case, you can take the device with you wherever you go.
Compatible with mobile devices
The device is compatible with mobile devices and can be used with an easy-to-use app. If you wish, your doctor will also receive your data and can therefore accompany you as your therapy progresses.