Information on OSA

I Need My Sleep - What Should I Pay Attention to?

» Respiratory arrest known as sleep apnoea
   » How do I know if it’s sleep apnoea?
   » In their own words
   » What is sleep apnoea?
   » What are the consequences of my sleep apnoea?

» Sleep apnoea syndrome diagnosis
   » How will my sleep be examined?
   » What happens while I’m asleep?

» Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)
   » What treatment choices are there? 

» Questions and Answers, Tips and Tricks
   » Patients tell of their experiences
   » What should I pay attention to?
   » How should I handle the technology?
   » Answers to my questions

What Should I Pay Attention to?

Make sure you keep to a regular sleep-wake cycle.  Your body adapts to a regularly scheduled bedtime, such as 10 pm.
• A television does not belong in the bedroom.
• Avoid stimulating discussions or arguments at bedtime.
• Too much alcohol in the evening has a negative effect on sleep quality.  One glass of wine or one beer does no harm.
• Take no sedatives or sleeping pills, which reduce the quality of sleep. Instead, try to establish a bedtime ritual.  A hot ‘goodnight’ tea or Milo or even pleasant thoughts of your next holiday in the sunny north can help.
• Choose a comfortable bedroom temperature that’s best for you. 
• Avoid dry air, which can irritate your upper airways.
• Avoid eating and drinking great quantities before going to bed. They burden your stomach, intestines and bladder and cause you to sleep fitfully.
• Don’t go to bed hungry.  A small snack, such as a banana, can help.
• Pay attention to your weight.  Extra kilos can worsen sleep apnoea and put a strain on the circulatory system.  Try changing your diet.  Eat a balanced diet with foods low in fat and reduce your intake of sweets and alcohol.
• Make an effort to participate regularly in sport.  Physical activity makes it easier to lose weight, supports your physical and psychological performance and lets you fall asleep more easily.  It doesn’t have to be a marathon.  A simple one-hour walk is good for your health.

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