Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep. Common treatments include Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy, which uses a machine to deliver pressurized air through a mask to keep the airways open; oral appliance therapy, which uses a custom-fitted device to move the jaw forward and open the airway; and weight loss and lifestyle modifications for those who are overweight or obese.
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep. Common treatments include Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy, which uses a machine to deliver pressurized air through a mask to keep the airways open; oral appliance therapy, which uses a custom-fitted device to move the jaw forward and open the airway; and weight loss and lifestyle modifications for those who are overweight or obese.
Sleep apnea treatment in France involves mainly Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy, Mandibular Advancement Devices (MAD), and surgery for severe cases. CPAP delivers air pressure through a mask to keep airways open during sleep.
France's universal healthcare system covers most of the costs for sleep apnea treatments. However, waiting times for treatments may range from 3-6 months.