Implanted sleep apnea device promises safer, uninterrupted sleep, doctors say

by Stuart Tomlinson, KATU News

Wed, May 9th 2018, 6:00 AM UTC

Implanted sleep apnea device promises safer, uninterrupted sleep, doctors say.

During sleep, the tongue relaxes, obstructing the airway and leading to so-called micro-arousals as the body struggles to breathe for people with sleep apnea. (Inspire){p}{/p}

The device is implanted in the chest wall and has two sensors - one on the tongue and one on the chest to monitor the lungs. (Inspire)

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Implanted sleep apnea device promises safer, uninterrupted sleep, doctors say.

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