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Inspire® Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

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A Mask-Free Alternative for
Better Sleep

If you’ve struggled with CPAP or haven’t found relief from traditional treatments for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), Inspire® therapy may offer a life-changing alternative. Inspire is a mask-free, hose-free treatment option that works from inside your body to help keep your airway open while you sleep—so you can breathe easier and wake up refreshed.

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What Is Inspire Therapy?

Inspire therapy is a sleep apnea treatment option for adults with moderate to severe OSA who can’t tolerate or benefit from CPAP therapy. Instead of pushing air through a mask, Inspire uses a small, surgically implanted device that gently stimulates your airway muscles to keep them open during sleep.

This system includes:

Inspire Implant

Inspire implant: A device placed under the skin to detect your breathing patterns.

Inspire Remote

Inspire remote: A handheld remote to activate your therapy before bed.

Inspire App

Inspire app: Track sleep goals and share data with your doctor.

How Does It Work?

During sleep, relaxed tongue muscles can block airflow, triggering OSA episodes. Inspire therapy works by:

  • Detecting your breathing rhythm
  • Delivering mild stimulation to move the tongue forward
  • Helping maintain an open airway all night

Simply turn the device on with the remote when you go to sleep. No mask, no hose—just better rest.

Inspire System

Is Inspire Therapy Right for You?

You may be a candidate if you:

  • Are age 18 or older
  • Have been diagnosed with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea
  • Have tried and struggled with CPAP

Take the First Step Toward Better Sleep

Schedule a consultation with our team to learn more about Inspire therapy. We’ll review your sleep history, answer your questions, and help determine if Inspire is the right fit for your lifestyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Inspire is an FDA-approved treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) that works inside your body while you sleep. It’s a small device implanted under the skin that gently stimulates your airway muscles to keep your breathing passages open during sleep—without a mask or hose.

Unlike CPAP, Inspire doesn’t require a mask, hose, or noisy machine. It’s a quiet, implantable system that activates only while you sleep and is controlled with a small handheld remote.

Inspire may be an option for adults with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea who:

  • Struggle with CPAP therapy
  • Are not significantly overweight
  • Have no complete concentric airway collapse (determined by a sleep endoscopy)

Eligibility is confirmed through an evaluation by a sleep specialist and additional testing.

Inspire is placed during an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia. Most patients return to normal activities within a few days and begin using Inspire after a healing period of about a month.

Yes, Inspire is widely covered by most major insurance providers, including Medicare. Coverage will depend on your specific plan and medical necessity, which our team will help you navigate.

Start by scheduling a consultation with the team at Pensacola Lung Group. We’ll assess your sleep history, confirm your diagnosis, and guide you through next steps if Inspire is right for you.

Disclaimer
Inspire is not for everyone. It is a surgically implanted system intended to treat obstructive sleep apnea in patients who are not effectively treated by, or able to tolerate, CPAP. As with any surgery, risks include infection, discomfort, and rare complications like tongue weakness. Learn more at inspiresleep.com/safety-information or call 1-844-OSA-Help.