Dr. Glatz is the first surgeon to be certified with Inspire in the Rio Grande Valley. Inspire is the only FDA-approved obstructive sleep apnea treatment that works inside your body to treat the root cause of sleep apnea. In other words, this is a mask-free sleep apnea solution, making it a great option for those who have struggled with CPAP.
The Inspire device applies gentle stimulation to key airway muscles during sleep, allowing you to breathe normally, and more importantly without a mask, hose, or machine. Inspire is placed under the skin of the neck and chest during a short, outpatient procedure. After healing, Inspire is turned on and you'll be ready to get the sleep you've been dreaming of.
Inspire works inside your body with your natural breathing process to treat obstructive sleep apnea. While you sleep, Inspire delivers mild stimulation to key airway muscles, allowing the airway to remain open. The Inspire system is controlled by a small handheld sleep remote and an app on your phone. Simply turn Inspire on before bed and off in the morning when you wake up.
The battery in Inspire is designed to last for approximately 11 years. Once it is running low, it is replaced during a simple outpatient procedure. Inspire shouldn’t limit any normal activities after healing is complete.
You may qualify for this sleep apnea solution if you are over the age of 18, not significantly overweight, diagnosed with moderate to severe sleep apnea, and unable to rely on a CPAP.
Inspire sends mild stimulation to the nerve that controls your tongue, moving it out of the way. The stimulation is very gentle and designed to move the tongue forward without disturbing your sleep. It should not be painful or uncomfortable. You can unlock better sleep with Inspire for sleep apnea relief.
