Graph courtesy of ResMed website showing the co-morbidities of sleep apnea by percent of patients showing both Sleep Apnea and a comorbidity.
Petersen Medical is committed to effective treatment in the home setting for our patients. We strive to find low cost in-home solutions for our patients. Due to the wide array of products we offer, and through the continuum of care we provide, we see first hand the effects of co-morbidities pertaining to obstructive sleep apnea.
Physicians have proven the negative effects of respiratory sleep disturbances on the health of patients. Studies show direct correlations between sleep apnea and diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, obesity and cardiovascular disease.
It has been proven that people suffering from both sleep apnea and diabetes are more resistant to insulin treatment if the sleep apnea is untreated. Many times by treating sleep apnea and providing the patient with restful sleep the need for insulin supplementation decreases. Insulin resistance decreases. According to studies cited by ResMed, "Insulin responsiveness increased 28% in patients with type 2 diabetes after 4 months of CPAP/BiPap therapy." It is critical to talk to your physician about any sleep problems.
As part of our in home service Petersen Medical provides Respiratory Therapy services to all of our sleep patients. We have found that by having a licensed therapist on staff we can more effectively treat patients for these co-morbidities. We work with doctors and care providers to bring awareness to any co-morbidities that might be present. Our therapists treat patients with OSA, CSA (Central Sleep Apnea), Complex Sleep Apnea, and congestive heart failure.
Petersen Medical provides a sleep therapy program that is monitored and progress assured. Our sleep compliance exceeds national averages. We offer Nocturnal Oximetry with a physician’s prescription. Petersen Medical can assist patients with insurance billing, and will help patients access their sleep study (Nocturnal Polysomnography) and obtain an rx for CPAP. We carry a full array of nasal pillows, nasal, and full face masks, as well as chin straps. We also carry Resmed, Respironics, and Fisher Paykel CPAPS and BiPaps. Please visit a local branch to speak with one of our sleep care professionals.
Jessie Crane
Respiratory Therapist
It looks like you have a very strong commitment in terms of service to your clients and also offering best sleep therapist in the world .
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