Can Apnea Episodes Cause Aggression In Children?
We all need sleep and when our routine sleep pattern is interrupted, we generally suffer from the side effects the next day. However, when sleep is continuously interrupted, disorders such as sleep apnea come into [...]
Dr. Roubal on Omaha Everyday
After concerns of CPAP causing COVID-19 to spread, Dr. Roubal appeared as a guest on Omaha Everyday to discuss oral appliances as an alternative to CPAP. Watch the clip below to see Dr. Roubal's [...]
Could Stress Cause Sleep Apnea?
These days, there is a lot of stress to go around. Between economic disruption and the risk of disease, people are finding a lot to worry about, even here in Nebraska, which hasn’t been [...]
Low Energy Diets And The Effectiveness Of Sleep Apnea Treatment
Sleep apnea can be diagnosed in even the healthiest of people, but those who are overweight may find that their excess pounds may further aggravate the situation. In fact, being overweight puts some patients [...]
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Post Stroke Depression
Sleep apnea can have a dramatic impact on your health, contributing to numerous health problems. The most serious of these are related to cardiovascular complications. Stroke is a deadly complication of sleep [...]
Morning Headaches: Causes and Cures
Many people wake up with a headache. The pain may be so severe that it interrupts your sleep, or you may be waking up at your normal time and find that you have a [...]
How Loud Is “Loud” Snoring?
If you’ve done any research into sleep apnea and snoring, you’ve probably learned that loud snoring is considered a risk factor for sleep apnea. But how loud is loud snoring? [...]
Are There Disposable CPAP Masks for Sleep Apnea?
Most people agree that CPAP technology works well for patients who can tolerate it. Unfortunately, many people are unable to cope with the pressure sores, sense of claustrophobia and maddening noises often associated with CPAP-use. [...]
If You Have Sleep Apnea, Treatment Is an Urgent Need
We are starting to get some good news about slowing the spread of the novel coronavirus, but some recent events highlight the need for continued caution. Although we don’t have an official stay-at-home order, it’s [...]
Is CPAP Making Your Mouth Dry?
Dry mouth is a common problem that people experience when they have sleep apnea because they tend to breathe through their mouths. Unfortunately, treatment with CPAP might actually make the problem worse. When you [...]
