{"id":158,"date":"2024-01-12T16:02:10","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T16:02:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/?p=158"},"modified":"2024-02-23T16:02:38","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T16:02:38","slug":"how-temperature-affects-sleep-apnea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mindyourmouthmaine.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/12\/how-temperature-affects-sleep-apnea\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Have Sleep Apnea? You Might Want to Adjust Your Thermostat"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Have you ever stood in front of your thermostat and debated what to set it at to sleep? As it turns out, this thought process can be complicated further if you have sleep apnea. Research suggests that the temperature of the room may have a significant effect on the disorder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to learn more about how your environment affects your ability to rest with sleep apnea<\/a>, continue reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the Connection?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Joint research by a team in Sweden has shown that temperature can have a notable impact on sleep apnea sufferers. The team used a blind study with temperature-controlled rooms at 60, 68, and 75 degrees<\/a> Fahrenheit. It was found that while patients with untreated obstructive sleep apnea slept better at 60 degrees, their symptoms were worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ultimately, extreme temperatures, whether hot or cold, may make breathing harder during sleep for those with OSA.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Cooler Temperatures Affect Sleep Apnea<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In colder temperatures, the air tends to be drier, causing increased nasal congestion. For those with OSA, this may intensify airflow resistance, making it more difficult to breathe. Additionally, cold air can cause airway constriction and inflammation, further complicating the breathing process during sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Hotter Temperatures Affect Sleep Apnea<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, hot and humid conditions bring their own set of challenges. High temperatures cause the heart and lungs to work harder to keep a normal core temperature. This heavily affects sleep, especially in patients with OSA or other lung-related conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should You Do to Sleep Better?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To lessen the effect of temperature on sleep apnea, consider preparing your sleep environment before bed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n