Other Treatment Options
Chances are, you've tried many sleep apnea treatments, including the CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) mask. Fortunately, there's another option. The AIRvance* Tongue and Hyoid Suspension System from Medtronic is an effective, minimally invasive sleep apnea treatment that takes about 30 minutes per procedure with typically just an overnight observational stay. Clinical studies of the AIRvance THS System have shown that patients experienced a significant decrease in their apnea index - as much as 73%. Learn more at www.AIRvanceProcedure.com.
* As of August 2011, the Repose © brand was changed to AIRvance™
The Pillar® Procedure is a minimally invasive alternative that contributes to effective treatment of disruptive snoring and mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Less invasive and less painful than surgery, it is a one-time office treatment performed with local anesthetic. The Pillar Procedure stiffens the soft palate tissue in the airway that is a major contributor to snoring and upper airway obstruction. Success with the Pillar Procedure can be influenced by tongue position, tonsil size, and other factors. Your ENT physician can give you more information and determine whether the Pillar Procedure is right for you.
PROVENT® Sleep Apnea Therapy is a simple, non-invasive treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It is proven to effectively treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea and related snoring. The device is powered by the user's own breathing and because it is a single use, disposable device, it is also very convenient.
