Inspire® Therapy

Many people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) find that using a CPAP machine is challenging or uncomfortable, which can make consistent treatment difficult. Inspire® therapy offers an alternative approach, one that provides effective airway support without a mask or hose.

Inspire therapy uses a small implant, a handheld remote, and a convenient app, allowing you to control your OSA therapy from the palm of your hand.

How Does Inspire Therapy Work?

When you fall asleep, the muscles in your throat, including your tongue, naturally relax. For people with OSA, this relaxation causes the tongue to fall back and block the airway.

Instead of using forced air like a CPAP machine, Inspire works inside your body. The implant monitors your breathing and delivers gentle pulses that move your tongue forward, keeping the airway open so you can breathe regularly and sleep soundly.

• The implant keeps your airway open throughout the night
• The handheld Inspire® remote turns therapy on and off when you’re ready to sleep
• The Inspire® app tracks sleep goals and lets you securely share data with your provider

Is Inspire Therapy Right for You?

You may be a candidate for Inspire therapy if you meet the following FDA indications:

• Age 18 or older
• Diagnosed with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea
• Have tried and struggled with CPAP therapy

Dr. Parker will also review your medical history and perform additional evaluations to determine whether Inspire therapy is the right choice for you.

Inspire® Therapy Effectiveness 

Inspire has more than 10 years of FDA approval and continues to demonstrate strong outcomes in clinical studies:

• 90% of bed partners report no snoring or soft snoring
• 91% of Inspire users are satisfied with therapy
• Patients experience a 79% reduction in sleep apnea events
• 94% say Inspire therapy is better than CPAP and would recommend it to others

Get Started!

The first step is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Parker and our ENT team. We’ll discuss your current therapy, provide details on Inspire therapy, and answer your questions.