CHARLOTTE, N.C. Compumedics USA, Inc. (CMP.ASX) today announced its new Somte® PSG portable sleep-testing systems were chosen as part of a major new study to further investigate the link between sleep disorders and cardio-vascular disease in various ethnic and racial populations. Somte® PSG was chosen because of its ability to record complex sleep studies in the home … [Read more...] about Compumedics Home Sleep Testing System Selected for Use in US National Institute of Health (NIH)-Sponsored Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA) Sleep Study
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CMS posts Round 1 Competitive Bidding Contract Supplier list
DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Contract Supplier List in CPAP Devices, Respiratory Assist Devices, and Related Supplies and Accessories. CONTRACT SUPPLIERS SELECTED UNDER NEW MEDICARE PROGRAM 1,217 contracts awarded to suppliers of medical equipment and supplies selected through competitive bidding in nine areas; program saves money for beneficiaries while preserving access to high … [Read more...] about CMS posts Round 1 Competitive Bidding Contract Supplier list
SleepView
SleepView provides a monitor for home recording of sleep and a web portal for access to registered polysomnographic technologists and board-certified sleep physicians who provide scoring, professional interpretation and treatment recommendations. Request More Information … [Read more...] about SleepView
Apnea and Sedation: A Potentially Dangerous Mix
Sleep apnea is on the rise and health professionals must implement a perioperative and periprocedure sleep apnea management program to reduce patient risk. 2 Mechanics of Sleep Apnea Upper airway collapse is worsened during the perioperative and periprocedural care of a patient, especially if they receive premedication, general anesthesia, anxiolytics, antiemetics, and opioid … [Read more...] about Apnea and Sedation: A Potentially Dangerous Mix
A Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo Controlled, Crossover Evaluation of Natural Frequency Technology™ and Sleep Natural Frequency Technology on Sleep in Normal Subjects with Un-refreshing Sleep
Abstract: Background: The purpose of this study was to test the impact of the Natural Frequency Technology (NFT) found in Philip Stein™ Watches (thought to promote overall well-being) and Sleep NFT, (a combination of frequencies designed to promote sleep) on sleep parameters in normal healthy individuals who routinely experience un-refreshing sleep. NFT is a sub 8Hz … [Read more...] about A Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo Controlled, Crossover Evaluation of Natural Frequency Technology™ and Sleep Natural Frequency Technology on Sleep in Normal Subjects with Un-refreshing Sleep