{"id":17768,"date":"2018-03-23T01:29:30","date_gmt":"2018-03-23T01:29:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/?p=17768"},"modified":"2022-07-06T20:58:07","modified_gmt":"2022-07-07T00:58:07","slug":"treating-sleep-apnea-with-massage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/treating-sleep-apnea-with-massage\/","title":{"rendered":"Treating Sleep Apnea with Massage: Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sleep apnea is a disorder in which your breathing is interrupted while you sleep. Though this may seem like nothing at first, sleep apnea can take a serious toll on one\u2019s health and body. It&#8217;s estimated that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepapnea.org\/learn\/sleep-apnea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">18 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea<\/a>, resulting in sleep loss, fatigue, increased blood pressure, and an increased risk of a heart attack and stroke.<\/p>\n<p>The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute recently released a warning that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/news\/2017\/sleep-apnea-nhlbi-sheds-light-underdiagnosed-disorder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sleep apnea is underdiagnosed<\/a> and under-addressed. What many people don\u2019t know is that there are many long-term management solutions for sleep apnea, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/types-of-massage\/zeel-massage-and-thrive-global-partner-introduce-special-sleep-massage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sleep massage<\/a>, behavioral therapy, medicine, acupressure for sleep, and even surgery.<\/p>\n<h2>What are the types of sleep apnea?<\/h2>\n<p>There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health-topics\/sleep-apnea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">two common forms of sleep apnea<\/a>, obstructive and central sleep apnea.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Obstructive sleep apnea\n<ul>\n<li>Most common<\/li>\n<li>Occurs when airways are blocked during sleep<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Central sleep apnea\n<ul>\n<li>Less common<\/li>\n<li>Occurs when the brain doesn\u2019t send the correct signals to maintain one\u2019s normal breathing cycle during sleep<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Who\u2019s affected by sleep apnea?<\/h2>\n<p>A study by the Department of Psychiatry and Sleep Laboratory at the Universit\u00e9 Libre de Bruxelles found that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5501425\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sleep apnea is most common among men, people who snore, individuals with high blood pressure, and those who are overweight<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Due to increased inflammation in the upper airways, smokers are three times more likely to develop sleep apnea. Similarly, overweight people have a four times higher predisposition. Though the exact causes of sleep apnea are still unknown, according to the study, its prevalence increases with age.<\/p>\n<h2>What are the common symptoms of sleep apnea?<\/h2>\n<p>Nocturnal symptoms include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Snoring<\/li>\n<li>Insomnia<\/li>\n<li>Witnessed apneas (interrupting snoring, often ending with a snort)<\/li>\n<li>Nocturia (excessive need to urinate at night)<\/li>\n<li>Restless sleep<\/li>\n<li>Gasping and choking sensation (arousing you from sleep)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that sleep apnea symptoms extend past the night and into the morning. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5281652\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Day-time symptoms<\/a> include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Headaches<\/li>\n<li>Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS)<\/li>\n<li>Fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Decreased vigilance<\/li>\n<li>Cognitive deficits (such as impairment in memory, retention, and concentration)<\/li>\n<li>Hypertension<\/li>\n<li>Depression<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sleep apnea symptoms can go untreated for years, increasing health risks for patients. According to the Mayo Clinic, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/sleep-apnea\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20377631\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">these health risks include an increased risk of high blood pressure, heart problems, strokes, and irregular heartbeat<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Is sleep apnea treatable?<\/h2>\n<p>Treatment for sleep apnea depends on the severity of sleep-disordered breathing. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepapnea.org\/treat\/sleep-apnea-treatment-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Remedies<\/a> include sleep massage, therapy (such as airway stimulation and oral appliance therapy), sleep acupressure, and in more severe cases, surgery and medicine.<\/p>\n<h2>How does massage therapy alleviate sleep apnea symptoms?<\/h2>\n<div style=\"width: 1170px;\" class=\"wp-video\"><video class=\"wp-video-shortcode\" id=\"video-17768-1\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" poster=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/sleep-massage-excerpt-2-m4v-image.jpg\" preload=\"metadata\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/sleep-massage-excerpt-2.m4v?_=1\" \/><\/video><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Many turn to massage when battling insomnia. It relieves the abnormal muscles and signals that trigger sleep apnea. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/types-of-massage\/treat-sleep-issues-insomnia-with-sleep-massage-therapy\/\">Massages combat sleep apnea and insomnia<\/a>, by easing people into a state of relaxation. Massage therapy triggers specific acupressure points; the body and mind relax, thus allowing brain signals and muscle to operate smoothly.<\/p>\n<p>Massage stimulates <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/10622375\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">serotonin<\/a>, which is important for regulating a healthy sleep cycle. Sleep massage also reduces high blood pressure and anxiety.<\/p>\n<p>Best of all, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/sleep-massage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sleep massage<\/a> is a drug-free, natural remedy for sleep apnea. It will help you get the best night\u2019s sleep you\u2019ve had in a long time. Worry not, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/is-it-ok-to-fall-asleep-during-a-massage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">it\u2019s ok if you fall asleep during a sleep massage<\/a>!<\/p>\n<h2>How does white noise help sleep apnea?<\/h2>\n<p>According to the Institute of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Queen Charlotte\u2019s Hospital, white noise machine can relieve sleep apnea symptoms.<\/p>\n<p>Most white noise devices offer a list of sleep sounds ranging from a fan to raindrops and waterfalls. Simply place the device close to your bed and crank up the volume as high as you need it to be. You\u2019d be surprised how powerful these little machines can be. If you\u2019re hesitant to invest in a white noise machine, consider downloading a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techlicious.com\/tip\/the-best-white-noise-sites-and-apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">white noise app<\/a> on your smartphone.<\/p>\n<p>White noise helps isolate all sounds standing in the way of your good night\u2019s sleep. In addition to soothing sleep apnea-related symptoms, they can tune out street traffic, loud neighbors, animals, and even music.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Next time you wish for a serene night of sleep, consider booking a sleep massage. It will help you de-stress, manage sleep apnea symptoms, and boost your serotonin levels. Sleep apnea is a prevalent condition that has gone under-addressed for too long, take care of yourself!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0<em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/massage\/types-of-massage\/treat-sleep-issues-insomnia-with-sleep-massage-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Treat Sleep Issues &amp; Insomnia with Sleep Massage Therapy<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zeel.com\/blog\/zeel-massage-news\/december-your-december-fsa-deadline-massage-eligibility-and-you\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Use FSA and HSA Dollars for a Medical Massage from Zeel<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Sleep Music For Your Massage Or Meditation<\/em><\/p>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\r\n\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\r\n\"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\r\n\"headline\": \"Massage is the Hangover Cure You\u2019ve Been Waiting For\",\r\n\"description\": \"Sleep apnea is a disorder in which your breathing is interrupted while you sleep. 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What many people don\u2019t know is that there are many long-term management solutions for sleep apnea, including sleep massage, behavioral therapy, medicine, acupressure for sleep, and even surgery.\r\nTypes of sleep apnea\r\nThere are two common forms of sleep apnea, obstructive and central sleep apnea.\r\nObstructive sleep apnea\r\nMost common\r\nOccurs when airways are blocked during sleep\r\nCentral sleep apnea\r\nLess common\r\nOccurs when the brain doesn\u2019t send the correct signals to maintain one\u2019s normal breathing cycle during sleep\r\nCommon symptoms of sleep apnea\r\nNocturnal symptoms include:\r\nSnoring\r\nInsomnia\r\nWitnessed apneas (interrupting snoring, often ending with a snort)\r\nNocturia (excessive need to urinate at night)\r\nRestless sleep\r\nGasping and choking sensation (arousing you from sleep)\r\nIt\u2019s important to note that sleep apnea symptoms extend past the night and into the morning. 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Massage therapy triggers specific acupressure points; the body and mind relax, thus allowing brain signals and muscle to operate smoothly.\r\nMassage stimulates serotonin, which is important for regulating a healthy sleep cycle. Sleep massage also reduces high blood pressure and anxiety.\r\nBest of all, sleep massage is a drug-free, natural remedy for sleep apnea. It will help you get the best night\u2019s sleep you\u2019ve had in a long time. Worry not, it\u2019s ok if you fall asleep during a sleep massage!\r\nWhite noise\r\nAccording to the Institute of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Queen Charlotte\u2019s Hospital, white noise machine can relieve sleep apnea symptoms.\r\nMost white noise devices offer a list of sleep sounds ranging from a fan to raindrops and waterfalls. Simply place the device close to your bed and crank up the volume as high as you need it to be. You\u2019d be surprised how powerful these little machines can be. 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