What Is Inspire Therapy?
Inspire is an advanced, implantable device that treats moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea from inside the body. Often called “hypoglossal nerve stimulation,” this therapy uses gentle pulses to prevent the tongue from blocking the airway during sleep.
Unlike CPAP, Inspire requires no mask, tubing, or nightly equipment.
How Inspire Works
The Inspire device is implanted during a short outpatient procedure. Once healed, patients activate the device each night with a small handheld remote. The system:
- Monitors your breathing
- Gently stimulates the airway muscles
- Keeps the airway open all night
- Turns off automatically in the morning
Who Is a Candidate for Inspire?
Inspire therapy is FDA approved for patients who:
- Have moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea
- Cannot tolerate or are non-compliant with CPAP
- Have a BMI within eligibility guidelines
- Meet airway anatomy requirements determined by a sleep specialist and ENT surgeon
Benefits of Inspire Therapy
- No mask or air pressure
- Quiet and discreet
- Nightly control through a user-friendly remote
- Improved daytime energy and sleep quality
- Proven long-term results
What to Expect During Treatment
- Sleep Evaluation – Confirm diagnosis and CPAP intolerance
- Airway Exam – ENT specialist assesses airway anatomy
- Outpatient Implant Procedure – Typically 90 minutes
- Activation Visit – Device programmed after healing
- Follow-up Sleep Study – Fine-tuning for optimal results
Inspire Therapy in Houston, Texas
If CPAP hasn’t worked for you, Inspire may be a life-changing alternative.
Schedule your Inspire consultation with our Houston sleep specialists today.
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