Sleep disorders are quite common in adults. Research shows that between 10% and 15% of the population suffers from chronic insomnia. On a wider scale, 25% of Canadians are not satisfied with their sleep. But Can eating vegan improve your sleep? Vegan diet: a solution for a better sleep The vegan diet offers many benefits. … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]When the COVID-19 crisis hit, we knew that we were in a unique position to help. The majority of our medical team practices both in our clinics and in the public sector including hospitals managing the COVID-19 outbreak. Sleep apnea and other sleep disorders that our clinic treats are typically respiratory problems. We … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Are you looking to get a CPAP device in 2020 and are wondering what criteria should be considered when buying? Before choosing your CPAP device, you must first determine your needs. To help you make an informed choice according to your criteria, we have designed this CPAP buying guide to help you … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What is sleep apnea ? Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes you to stop breathing for short periods while you sleep. There are two types of sleep apnea: One is called “obstructive sleep apnea” and the other is “central sleep apnea”. In obstructive sleep apnea, you stop breathing because your throat is … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column width=”9/12″ el_class=”pages-contenu”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Snoring is quite common in adults, especially in men over 50. It is estimated that 40% of them are snoring. Responsible for a lot of problems, snoring disturbs the sleep of the spouse and family. It can sometimes reach 90 decibels, or the sound of a motor truck transportation. Caused by the vibration … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column width=”3/12″ el_class=”pages-sidebar”][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”pages_sidebar” el_class=”sidebar”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”9/12″ el_class=”pages-contenu”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Traveling becomes almost irresistible when you are on vacation. Only one problem: What should you do with your CPAP? Many people choose to leave their CPAP at home, thinking that if they were able to live without it before their sleep apnea was diagnosed, why not get a few … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column width=”3/12″ el_class=”pages-sidebar”][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”pages_sidebar” el_class=”sidebar”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”9/12″ el_class=”pages-contenu”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airways become obstructed during sleep. Patients frequently suffer from symptoms such as: Snoring Breathing interruptions Dry mouth Daytime sleepiness Sore throat Dry mouth is often associated with sleep apnea and can cause bad breath, especially in the morning. During sleep, saliva flow is … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column width=”3/12″ el_class=”pages-sidebar”][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”pages_sidebar” el_class=”sidebar”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”9/12″ el_class=”pages-contenu”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Whether it is during Canada Day celebrations, the holidays or any other occasion; it is well known that alcohol and festivity go frequently together. Did you know that alcohol can affect sleep quality and even increase the frequency and duration of apnea? Drinking alcohol causes muscle relaxation. … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column el_class=”pages-contenu”][vc_column_text]Love is emerging with a new partner in your life. It is possible that you hesitate to spend the night with your new partner because you fear his or her reaction to the CPAP. Will he or she accepts the noise produced by the unit or does it give him or her the impression … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column el_class=”pages-contenu”][vc_column_text] Scientists agree to say that sleep has an influence on a person’s health and life quality. Many studies are performed each year in order to determine the number of hours of sleep a normal adult should have every night. In June 2015, the medical journal SLEEP, a publication produced by the AASM, … Read more
