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- Overcoming CPAP Compliance Obstacles: Comfort is Key
Millions of people all over the world have been diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea, (OSA). The most commonly prescribed treatment is CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) therapy. While this is a highly effective method of treating OSA, success is often limited by failure of the patient to comply with the prescribed CPAP therapy program. In fact, experts say 46%-83% of OSA patients are not using their CPAP therapy as prescribed, which leaves this group vulnerable to a number of co-morbid conditions such as diabetes, heart failure and stroke. Among the many barriers to compliance, perhaps the most compelling is the CPAP mask interface. An article from Chest reports that common problems with CPAP therapy include air leaks or discomfort from mask, discomfort with pressure, and even local tissue injury to the face and nasal bridge from the mask. Download this white paper to find out how sleep issues impact home care providers, and learn more about CPAP non-compliance factors as well as possible solutions that can help you keep your patients on CPAP therapy.
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