continuous positive airway pressure therapy

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy is a treatment for sleep apnea that uses a machine to deliver a steady flow of pressurized air through a mask worn over the nose or mouth during sleep. This gentle air pressure keeps the airways open, preventing them from collapsing and causing pauses in breathing. By maintaining open airways, CPAP helps improve sleep quality, reduces daytime fatigue, and lowers health risks associated with sleep apnea. It is a common, effective, and non-invasive therapy that many people find manageable with proper mask fitting and device adjustments.