Alternative therapies for sleep apnea
For patients with sleep apnea, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is often first-line treatment. However, many patients who undergo CPAP are not able to tolerate the therapy or don’t see significant improvement in their sleep quality.
Our experts at NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester offer comprehensive diagnosis and treatments for patients seeking alternative therapies for sleep apnea.
Advanced diagnostic options
Understanding the root causes of your sleep apnea is essential for effective treatment. Our ENT sleep specialists utilize advanced diagnostic tools to identify the cause of your sleep issues, including:
- In-office nasolaryngoscopy
- Drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE)
- Sleep testing at home or in our lab
- Advanced upper airway imaging
What are some alternatives to CPAP treatment?
If you require sleep apnea treatment other than CPAP, we offer a full range of medical and surgical options tailored to your unique needs.
- Inspire therapy, a device that prevents collapse of your airway during sleep
- Nasal procedures such as septoplasty, polyp removals, sinus drainage, or turbinate reduction
- Throat surgery, which may include tonsillectomy, pharyngoplasty, epiglottis surgery, and tongue base ablation or other procedures
- Jaw surgery such as maxillary expansion, transpalatal advancement, and maxillomandibular advancement
Our approach ensures that you receive the most effective and personalized treatment for your sleep condition.