Have you been struggling with sleep apnea and need a doctor who can help you recover? Dr. Arthur Katz in Merrillville and Munster, IN, and Olympia Fields, IL is a skilled medical professional who understands this problem and its many treatments. He can provide a myriad of care options that will minimize your pain and suffering and help you sleep more effectively. Let’s start with the least-invasive options first.

Conservative Care

Typically, Dr. Katz starts by trying to reduce your apnea using a multitude of various conservative care options. These are non-medical approaches that can help manage your problem and make it less difficult while you go through other care methods. They include:

• Diet and exercise changes that help you lose some weight 
• Support pillows that help you breathe more effectively 
• Nasal sprays and adhesive strips that help you breathe better 
• Medication changes that may improve your breathing 
• Mouthpieces that can hold your jaw and tongue in the best position

Positive Airway Pressure

Positive airway pressure or PAP is a powerful sleep apnea treatment that Munster, IN, residents may prefer to other care options. It uses a specialized device that increases pressure in your airway while you inhale to manage constructive, mixed, and central apneas.

You’ll wear a specialized mask that helps force air down your throw comfortably and safely. Have you ever heard of CPAP machines? They are the most popular option for this care method and will ensure that you breathe smoothly and safely every night. 

Nerve Stimulators

Some people may respond well to nerve stimulation, which includes placing a device directly on your body that stimulates your tongue’s nerves. This process moves the tongue slightly forward while you sleep to keep it from relaxing backward on your windpipe. This device attaches under your jaw to a device in your skin, meaning you can turn it on or off before and after you sleep.

Surgery

When all else fails, there are several surgeries that can help to reduce tissue around the windpipe, remove tonsils and adenoids to improve your airflow, eliminate parts of the uvula that may get in the way of your breathing, nasal surgery to straighten your nose’s soft tissues, and jaw surgery that may adjust your jaw’s shape. These processes will vary based on your needs. 

Take Care of Your Apnea Problems 

Dr. Katz knows that sleep apnea can impact residents in many complex and difficult ways. That’s why he’ll carefully choose your treatment option and make sure you feel comfortable with them. Call us to set up your care appointment today. Call (219) 934-9396 for the office in Munster, IN, (219) 769-8441 for the office in Merrillville, IN, and (708) 747-6900 for the office in Olympia Fields, IL. Our team will address your concerns, talk with you about your care, and ensure you’re ready to go with treatment.