Sleep Apnea Syndrome is a condition that causes you to stop breathing for periods of time while you are asleep. The word “apnea” comes from the Greek word meaning “wanting breath”. Apneic periods (which may be as short as 10 seconds or may last much longer) typically repeat between 10 to 60 times per hour within a 7-hour night.
IV & Respiratory Care employs 12 Respiratory Therapists who provide delivery and instruction on prescribed medical equipment to patients in their home. The clinical team will instruct the patient and their caregiver on safe and effective use of this equipment and develop and individualized care plan specific to each patients needs. Our clinical team monitors patient compliance, outcomes, and provides physicians feedback when appropriate.