Every night, countless Americans miss out on several hours of sleep due to sleep apnea—and what’s worse is that many, many more cases of the condition remain completely undiagnosed! But it’s not always easy to pinpoint the cause of the condition; while obstruction of the airway is the most notable reason, did you know that even cell phone usage before bed can have a detrimental effect on one’s sleep? Here’s more from your trusted sleep specialist about how cell phones have the potential to worsen the quality of your sleep, along with some tips for reducing their overall impact and reclaiming high-quality rest each night.
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