Good sleep is essential to overall health. St. Luke’s Medical Center highlights the importance of diagnosing and treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) through Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy, the first line treatment for sleep apnea.

Why CPAP Matters

OSA occurs when your airway closes during sleep, causing you to stop breathing for short periods. CPAP uses a mask to gently push air into your airway, keeping it open so you can sleep without interruptions and wake up feeling rested. With regular use, CPAP therapy can:

• Improve sleep quality and daytime alertness.
• Help control blood pressure.
• Reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
• Enhance mood, memory, and overall quality of life.

CPAP works best when used every night, for the entire duration of sleep.

What to Expect

It takes time to get used to CPAP. Most people need one to four weeks to adjust to the mask and airflow. At first, you might feel some discomfort, dryness, or have trouble falling asleep, but these issues are usually temporary and can be managed. Being consistent is important. Using CPAP might feel strange at first, like wearing new eyeglasses, but the benefits will become clear as you keep using it. Follow-up care is important for getting the most out of CPAP therapy. St. Luke’s specialists check how well your CPAP is working, make adjustments to the pressure or mask if needed, and address any side effects or comfort issues so you get the best results.

Patients who attend follow-up visits are more likely to succeed and experience lasting health benefits.

We're Here to Help

If you experience discomfort, persistent sleepiness, or difficulty tolerating CPAP, do not stop therapy on your own. Let us know early so we can help make changes and keep your treatment on track.

Your commitment to CPAP therapy is an investment in your long-term well-being—with St. Luke’s by your side every step of the way.

To book a consultation, you may contact the St. Luke’s Product Information Hub at: 0947-9930471 / 0998-5822276 / 0939-9161805 / 0928-5200239