Inspire® Sleep Apnea Treatment

Can’t Tolerate CPAP? Inspire® May Be A Solution

If you’ve been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) but struggle to use a CPAP machine consistently, you’re not alone. Many patients find CPAP uncomfortable, noisy, or difficult to maintain. That’s where Inspire® therapy comes in — a breakthrough, mask-free treatment option for sleep apnea that works from inside your body, not around it.

Inspire is a small, implantable device that monitors your breathing and gently stimulates key airway muscles during sleep, helping to keep your airway open. It’s placed during a same-day, outpatient procedure and is controlled by a simple handheld remote.

How Inspire Works

Implantation: A small device is implanted just under the skin of your chest, with a lead that stimulates the hypoglossal nerve (which controls tongue movement).
Activation: About a month after the procedure, the device is activated and customized to your unique breathing pattern.
Nightly Use: Before bed, you simply turn Inspire on with the remote. The device gently stimulates the airway muscles during sleep — no mask, hose, or noise involved.
Sleep Naturally: Because it syncs with your natural breathing rhythm, Inspire allows you to breathe freely and sleep more soundly without disruptive equipment.

Who Qualifies for Inspire?

You may be a candidate for Inspire if:

You have been diagnosed with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea
You are unable to tolerate or benefit from CPAP therapy
You are not significantly overweight (BMI within a certain range)
You do not have certain other medical conditions that would interfere with implant surgery or function

Eligibility is determined through a sleep study and evaluation by a sleep specialist. Our team at LVMC can walk you through every step of the process.

What Results Can You Expect?

Inspire has been clinically proven to reduce apnea episodes and improve daytime alertness, mood and quality of life. Most patients report:

Fewer interruptions in sleep
Less snoring
Increased energy and focus during the day
Improved overall health and wellness

Inspire is FDA-approved and covered by most insurance providers, including Medicare.

Explore a New Way to Breathe—and Sleep

If CPAP isn’t working for you, it doesn’t mean you have to live with sleep apnea. Inspire therapy may offer the relief you’ve been waiting for. Our team is here to help you determine if it’s right for you and guide you through the process from consultation to recovery.

Schedule a consultation today by calling 805-737-8700 or speak with your primary care provider for a referral to the LVMC Sleep Disorder Center.