{"id":419,"date":"2023-05-13T04:01:59","date_gmt":"2023-05-13T04:01:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/blog\/?p=419"},"modified":"2023-07-01T04:07:17","modified_gmt":"2023-07-01T04:07:17","slug":"how-sleep-apnea-impacts-your-brain-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/blog\/how-sleep-apnea-impacts-your-brain-health\/","title":{"rendered":"How Sleep Apnea Impacts Your Brain Health\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-1-300x200.png\" alt=\"a patient struggling to sleep due to sleep apnea \" class=\"wp-image-420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-1.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Every night, millions of people miss out on countless hours of sleep due to sleep apnea\u2014and what\u2019s worse is that several more cases remain completely undiagnosed! But sleep apnea doesn\u2019t just impact your ability to rest; if left to worsen, it has the potential to even affect your brain\u2019s health, which can spell bad news for the rest of your body. Here\u2019s more about some of the negative consequences that the condition can trigger, along with how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/our-services.html\">sleep apnea therapy<\/a> can prove to be a very effective solution!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Sleep Apnea Affects Your Brain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Researchers believe that the body\u2019s reduction in oxygen intake during sleep caused by sleep apnea causes damage to the brain\u2019s blood barrier. This barrier shields brain tissue from harmful bacteria, infections, and chemicals\u2014so needless to say if it becomes compromised, you\u2019re in trouble! People with sleep apnea tend to experience a range of daytime mental symptoms primarily due to the lack of restorative sleep. Here\u2019s a little more about three of the ways sleep apnea specifically affects your brain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Memory Loss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the prominent brain functions of sleep is memory processing and consolidation; if you aren\u2019t entering deep sleep, your brain can\u2019t correctly archive your memories. Research suggests that people with sleep apnea also have serious trouble converting short-term memories into long-term ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Impeded Brain Function<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A study published in the Journal of Sleep Research by the UCLA School of Nursing found that the insular cortex region of the brain can become wounded due to a chemical imbalance in the brain caused by sleep apnea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Changes to the Brain\u2019s Shape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Research also shows that the mamillary bodies, which are brain structures responsible for memory, are usually around 20% smaller in adults who suffer from sleep apnea. This literal change in the brain\u2019s shape and size can impair cognitive function, among other issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Sleep Apnea Therapy Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sleep apnea therapy is a proven means for addressing the condition\u2014and by seeking treatment, you\u2019ll be able to effectively safeguard your brain from all of these negative effects. One of the most common solutions that professionals utilize is CPAP therapy, which involves a face or nasal mask that\u2019s worn during sleep. The mask is connected to a pump and provides a constant flow of air into your nasal passage, keeping your airways open. Studies from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine show that the continuous airway pressure provided by CPAP therapy can effectively restore the brain to healthier levels just after one year of treatment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The team at iSleepSolutions is excited to provide patients and families in Las Vegas with an exceptional level of care! They specialize in a wide range of services aimed at helping to restore the quality of your sleep and in turn, your life. If you\u2019re concerned about the impact that your sleep apnea might be having on your brain\u2019s wellness, don\u2019t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/contact-us.html\">contact the practice<\/a> about possible treatment options. <strong>Telephone: (702) 602-2000.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every night, millions of people miss out on countless hours of sleep due to sleep apnea\u2014and what\u2019s worse is that several more cases remain completely undiagnosed! But sleep apnea doesn\u2019t just impact your ability to rest; if left to worsen, it has the potential to even affect your brain\u2019s health, which can spell bad news [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-419","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How Sleep Apnea Impacts Brain Health | iSleepSolutions<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Sleep apnea affects more than just the quality of your sleep; here\u2019s a little more about how it affects your brain health.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.isleepsolutions.com\/blog\/how-sleep-apnea-impacts-your-brain-health\/\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:title\" content=\"How Sleep Apnea Impacts Brain Health | iSleepSolutions\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:description\" content=\"Sleep apnea affects more than just the quality of your sleep; 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