Driving Under the Influence…of a Sleep Disorder: How Sleep Disorder Assessment Could Save Your Life
Most people wouldn’t risk driving under the influence of alcohol—however, they may be driving under the influence of something else that is life-threatening: not getting enough restful sleep. Every year, nearly 1,500 people die in traffic accidents that are linked to sleep disorders. According to research done by The National Commission on Sleep Disorders, over… Read More
Can A CPAP Machine Boost Your Sex Life?
When a patient is diagnosed with sleep apnea, a sleep disorder that causes snoring and disrupted sleep, the doctor may recommend treatment with a CPAP machine, a nasal mask that provides more airflow and keeps the airways open during sleep. But many patients who are diagnosed wonder, If I wear this machine, what will happen… Read More
New Kids on the Block: Could Your 2nd “Hidden” Tonsils Be Causing Snoring or Sleep Apnea?
Most people are aware of tonsils that are present in the back of the throat. Tonsils are often the cause of sore throat and sometimes strep throat, which is painful and requires antibiotic treatment. Sometimes tonsils also accumulate debris and form little pockets that fill with white or yellow cheesy material, known as tonsiliths or… Read More
Many People Learned About Inspire Therapy for Sleep Apnea At Our Free Event.
On Thursday, June 14, 2018, Dr. Michael Friedman, Dr. T.K. Venkatesan, and Dr. Claire Kenneally held a free community education event at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Olson Auditorium to to discuss Inspire Therapy, a groundbreaking treatment for people who struggle with Sleep Apnea.
On June 14, 2018, Learn About Inspire Therapy for Sleep Apnea at our Free Community Information Event
If you or a loved one is struggling with Sleep Apnea, this is the informative discussion that may change your world. You may have heard about Inspire Therapy on the radio, and perhaps even read about it. Now, Chicago Sleep Center and Dr. Michael Friedman are hosting a free Community Education Event on Thursday, June… Read More
Understanding CPAP
Featuring Dr. Friedman This video features the most up-to-date information and how to use a CPAP machine.
Sleepless in Chicago
It’s No Love Story! March 11-17th is National Sleep Awareness Week. The experts at Chicago Sleep Center are taking the opportunity this week to raise awareness about the importance of sleep and how sleep plays a critical role in our health.
Why Are More Women with OSA Misdiagnosed?
Women and Sleep Apnea When we think about someone suffering with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), we often picture an older, heavyset male with a thick neckline and a ground-shaking snore. While this mental picture fits the medical description of a patient suffering from sleep apnea, it by no means paints the complete picture of most… Read More
New Study Reveals That Sleep Disorders Affect Women and Men Very Differently
A new study from the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine reveals that women and men are affected very differently by sleep disorders. A two-year study was conducted on 744 similar age patients who received sleep-related healthcare from seven private general practices. Patients were asked to complete a variety of sleep-related questionnaires in order to better… Read More
New Study Shows Link Between Sleep Apnea and Dental Implant Complications
Dental Implant Complications Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is commonly associated with sleep bruxism. Sleep bruxism is a condition in which a person clenches and or tightens their jaw during sleep causing excessive grinding of the teeth. Both conditions are linked to several health issues such as headaches, stress and dental issues.
