Inspire therapy is a mask-free (1) solution for people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who have tried and struggled with CPAP. Through a simple-to-use system including the Inspire® implant, Inspire™ remote and Inspire® app, Inspire therapy enables you to control your OSA treatment from the palm of your hand.
How does Inspire therapy work?
During sleep, your tongue relaxes. For people with OSA, your tongue relaxes into a position that blocks your airway. While other OSA therapies use a hose and mask to force air through your airway, the Inspire implant works comfortably (2) inside your body to sense when you take a breath. Then, it delivers gentle pulses that move your tongue forward to keep your airway open, helping you breathe regularly and sleep soundly. Simply use the small handheld Inspire® remote to turn your therapy on when you’re ready to sleep.
Is Inspire therapy right for you?
To be a candidate for Inspire therapy, you must meet the following FDA indications:
- Age 18 or older
- Diagnosed with moderate to severe OSA
- Have tried and struggled with CPAP
The first step is to schedule a consultation with our team. We’ll discuss your current therapy, provide details on Inspire therapy and answer your questions.
Award-winning care
Dr. Douglas Henrich has been recognized as an Inspire Physician of Excellence. Dr. Henrich is one of only 50 physicians in the U.S. to earn this award. The Inspire Physicians of Excellence Program recognizes physicians who consistently deliver an exceptional patient experience, achieve excellent clinical outcomes and collaborate well with sleep partners. Burlington Ear, Nose, & Throat Clinic partners with Burlington Neurology and Sleep Clinic to provide patients with the Inspire surgery when CPAP is not an option.
(1) ADHERE Registry: Data on File
(2) Suurna MV, Steffen A, Boon M, et al. Impact of Body Mass Index and Discomfort on Upper Airway Stimulation: ADHERE Registry 2020
Update. Laryngoscope 2021; 131(11): 2616-2624