People with obstructive sleep apnea have an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, but if started early enough, continuous ...

alternative options exist for those unable to adapt to CPAP use. Oral appliances, designed by dental professionals, can effectively treat mild to moderate cases by maintaining open airways through ...

A new study supports a link between obstructive sleep apnea and increased risk for Parkinson’s disease and suggests early use ...

For now, if you have sleep apnea, starting CPAP treatment as soon as possible may not only improve your sleep but also ...

The study, published in the European Respiratory Journal, suggests that CPAP, currently used as a one-size-fits-all treatment, may not be beneficial for all people with obstructive sleep apnea.

Sleep apnea with no or late use of CPAP was associated with increased risk of Parkinson disease, while early use of CPAP reduced risk.

People with obstructive sleep apnea may have a higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, but early use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy could help lower that risk.