Effectiveness Of Oropharyngeal Exercises For Obstructive Sleep Apnea In Sedentary 45-Year-Old Adult: A Case Report
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common condition characterized by repeated episodes of airway obstruction during sleep. Traditional treatments include CPAP and lifestyle modifications. This case report explores the effectiveness of Oropharyngeal exercises in a sedentary 45-year-old adult with OSA. Case Presentation: A 45-year-old sedentary male with moderate OSA underwent a regimen of Oropharyngeal exercises over a 12-week period. Intervention: The patient performed daily Oropharyngeal exercises designed to strengthen the upper airway muscles. Outcome Measures: Improvement was assessed using the Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI), Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS), and subjective sleep quality. Results: After 12 weeks, there was a significant reduction in AHI, improvement in ESS scores, and enhanced subjective sleep quality. Conclusion: Oropharyngeal exercises may be a viable adjunctive treatment for OSA, particularly in sedentary individuals. Further research with larger samples is needed to confirm these findings
Language: English
Subfield: Physiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4404530714