Poor CPAP Therapy Adherence Could Increase Your BMI May 10, 2021 For adults suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), how consistently you use your CPAP machine could have a significant effect on your weight, not just your sleep. Researchers have found that patients who used CPAP for 5 hours or less per night had an increased BMI compared to patients who used CPAP for more than 5 hours per night. You can view more details of the study here: https://bit.ly/33romtE Using your CPAP all night, every night is key to managing your OSA and all of the flow on health consequences, such as weight gain and heart complications. However, we know that many patients struggle to stay on treatment long term. That’s why we’ve created the 360 Care Plan – a comprehensive clinical care plan that gives you access to Sleep Specialist reviews, sleep studies, CPAP consultant reviews, data reports, accessories and more to support you through your treatment journey. To find out more or sign up, visit our website here: https://www.thecpapclinic.com.au/products/360-care-plan The CPAP Clinic has a network of 40 clinics nationwide, and works in partnership with Centurion Healthcare, a Respiratory & Sleep Specialist clinic group to provide comprehensive sleep care including: Respiratory & Sleep Specialist consultation – face-to-face and telehealth available Sleep studies – in-lab, home and contactless sleep studies available. Bulk billing available for specialist telehealth consultations as well as sleep studies. Medicare criteria apply. Call 1300 76 29 39 or email info@thecpapclinic.com.au for more information.
