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Risk Factors And Causes Of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
It is during sleep that people are supposedly having the most restorative and restful time in the day. This is not true, however, with people with obstructive sleep apnea. Their apneic events, which happen when there are breath pauses, wake them hundreds of times a night and therefore disturb what should be a continuous, good nights sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs for a number of reasons. However, not all people are aware of them, which makes it hard for the potential patients to seek immediate medical attention. Treatment is necessary, but it starts by knowing the risk factors and causes of obstructive sleep apnea.
Causes
1. Problems in the airway. Obstructive sleep apnea results from an obstruction in the airway, which is usually caused by certain problems in the airway components. These include the upper and lower jaws, tonsils, soft palate, tongue, and throat muscles.
Some sleep apnea cases involve over-relaxed throat muscles and tongue. When a person sleeps, his muscles normally relax, but when his throat muscles and tongue relax more than normal, it results in narrowing of the airway and causes apneic events.
Enlarged and collapsed soft palate and tonsils also cause obstructive sleep apnea.
2. Structural abnormalities. Anatomical abnormalities contribute to a persons tendency to experiencing obstructive sleep apnea. For instance, the bone structure and shape of the head and neck may affect the size of the airway. A thicker neck may mean narrower airway. Moreover, large tongue and tonsils may also have an effect on the air passage. There are also structural abnormalities in the jaw, nose, and mouth that appear in people with craniofacial syndromes, making them more prone to obstructive sleep apnea. About 50% of those with Down Syndrome, for example, experience obstructive sleep apnea largely due to decreased muscle tone, comparatively large tongue, and narrower nasopharynx.
3. Obesity. Studies show that obesity has a part to play in the development of obstructive sleep apnea. Fatty cells tend to amass and clog the throat tissue, thereby causing narrowing of the airway. Obese people with sleep apnea are also shown to have more pressure on the airway, which results in more obstruction.
Risk Factors
1. Being Male. Obstructive sleep apnea is more likely to occur among men, although women are predisposed after menopause. Statistics show that one out of 50 middle-aged women has obstructive sleep apnea, compared to one out of 25 among middle-aged men.
2. Old age. Children and adolescents may have obstructive sleep apnea, although those over the age of 65 are twice or thrice more likely to experience it.
3. Use of alcohol, sedatives, and cigarette. Alcohol and sedatives make the muscles more relaxed. Smoking, on the other hand, is said to cause inflammation in the upper airway, thereby making smokers thrice more prone to obstructive sleep apnea.
4. Family history. Sleep apnea seems to run in the family. Therefore, those with family members suffering from obstructive sleep apnea should be more careful for being at a heightened risk.
5. Snoring. Though snoring indicates the presence of obstructive sleep apnea, chronic snoring, in some cases, is said to also cause apneic events. This is because frequent vibration due to snoring may cause the soft palate to stretch, thereby increasing its possibility to collapse. It doesnt mean, however, that snoring automatically makes a person a candidate for obstructive sleep apnea. Snoring should not be regarded as a sole factor. Other risk factors and causes of obstructive sleep apnea should also be considered.
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Rouse The Sleeping Beauty Of Antique Grandfather Clocks
Word Count:
508
Summary:
Creativity knows no boundaries. For crafts to continue being interesting, or productive, to say the least, skills must be honed and practiced as much as possible in every way imaginable.
There is art in creating things and making things beautiful. If the only way to calm your restless hands and boundless imagination is in the indulgence of your whim to create beauty, so be it.
Beauty in Your Hands
Beauty can be created out of anything, really. You have probably heard...
Keywords:
Antique grandfather clocks
Article Body:
Creativity knows no boundaries. For crafts to continue being interesting, or productive, to say the least, skills must be honed and practiced as much as possible in every way imaginable.
There is art in creating things and making things beautiful. If the only way to calm your restless hands and boundless imagination is in the indulgence of your whim to create beauty, so be it.
Beauty in Your Hands
Beauty can be created out of anything, really. You have probably heard of artists creating masterpieces out of mundane, seemingly insignificant items, such as tissue paper, old tires, and even Campbell soup cans. Indeed, you only need your imagination and skill to create something out of nothing.
Reviving Beauty
They say age destroys beauty, and indeed, it is true in some forms. There are some things, however, that can only be made more beautiful in time, like antique grandfather clocks.
Unlike the assembly line-manufactured timepieces of today, antique grandfather clocks were lovingly made by hand by skilled watchmakers. The superior craftsmanship of these elegant timepieces is apparent in their burnished wood surfaces, intricate carvings, and of course, the trademark resonating chimes.
Sad to say, though, most people take them for granted, so a lot of antique grandfather clocks are laid to waste, rusting and gathering dust in some obscure corner of a foyer, study, or living room. The good news is antique grandfather clocks are made of stronger stuff and is the perfect art restoration project for aficionados.
Beauty Restored
Because antique grandfather clocks are already characteristically beautiful, they do not require valiant, gargantuan efforts to restore. They do, however, require skill, commitment, and a lot of tender loving care.
Look for people with antique grandfather clocks that are far from top shape. Offer to restore them for a fee, so they can still keep their family heirlooms, this time in good working condition.
There will also be some people who would want to get rid of their antique grandfather clocks, so grab the opportunity and offer to buy them. Chances are youll get them cheap. Clean them up, re-varnish them, and get their mechanisms working again. It will come with many benefits. You can sell them to collectors and dealers, probably twice, or even three times the price that you paid for them in the first place. Its a good investment, indeed. Most of all, its a restoration project that youll certainly enjoy.
Beauty Lives On
After a long days work, pat yourself on the back for rescuing antique grandfather clocks from a sure waste of their sublime beauty and elegance. Youll be giving them a new lease on life.
Once again, antique grandfather clocks will be just as good as new. With the right owners, they will once again stand sentinel in a family home, exuding grace and elegance. They will once again mark the passing of time and chime in every birthday, anniversary, or wedding. They will once again be cherished, loved, and taken care of for generations to come.
Rouse The Sleeping Beauty Of Antique Grandfather Clocks
Word Count:
508
Summary:
Creativity knows no boundaries. For crafts to continue being interesting, or productive, to say the least, skills must be honed and practiced as much as possible in every way imaginable.
There is art in creating things and making things beautiful. If the only way to calm your restless hands and boundless imagination is in the indulgence of your whim to create beauty, so be it.
Beauty in Your Hands
Beauty can be created out of anything, really. You have probably heard...
Keywords:
Antique grandfather clocks
Article Body:
Creativity knows no boundaries. For crafts to continue being interesting, or productive, to say the least, skills must be honed and practiced as much as possible in every way imaginable.
There is art in creating things and making things beautiful. If the only way to calm your restless hands and boundless imagination is in the indulgence of your whim to create beauty, so be it.
Beauty in Your Hands
Beauty can be created out of anything, really. You have probably heard of artists creating masterpieces out of mundane, seemingly insignificant items, such as tissue paper, old tires, and even Campbell soup cans. Indeed, you only need your imagination and skill to create something out of nothing.
Reviving Beauty
They say age destroys beauty, and indeed, it is true in some forms. There are some things, however, that can only be made more beautiful in time, like antique grandfather clocks.
Unlike the assembly line-manufactured timepieces of today, antique grandfather clocks were lovingly made by hand by skilled watchmakers. The superior craftsmanship of these elegant timepieces is apparent in their burnished wood surfaces, intricate carvings, and of course, the trademark resonating chimes.
Sad to say, though, most people take them for granted, so a lot of antique grandfather clocks are laid to waste, rusting and gathering dust in some obscure corner of a foyer, study, or living room. The good news is antique grandfather clocks are made of stronger stuff and is the perfect art restoration project for aficionados.
Beauty Restored
Because antique grandfather clocks are already characteristically beautiful, they do not require valiant, gargantuan efforts to restore. They do, however, require skill, commitment, and a lot of tender loving care.
Look for people with antique grandfather clocks that are far from top shape. Offer to restore them for a fee, so they can still keep their family heirlooms, this time in good working condition.
There will also be some people who would want to get rid of their antique grandfather clocks, so grab the opportunity and offer to buy them. Chances are youll get them cheap. Clean them up, re-varnish them, and get their mechanisms working again. It will come with many benefits. You can sell them to collectors and dealers, probably twice, or even three times the price that you paid for them in the first place. Its a good investment, indeed. Most of all, its a restoration project that youll certainly enjoy.
Beauty Lives On
After a long days work, pat yourself on the back for rescuing antique grandfather clocks from a sure waste of their sublime beauty and elegance. Youll be giving them a new lease on life.
Once again, antique grandfather clocks will be just as good as new. With the right owners, they will once again stand sentinel in a family home, exuding grace and elegance. They will once again mark the passing of time and chime in every birthday, anniversary, or wedding. They will once again be cherished, loved, and taken care of for generations to come.
