Hyperflexible Individuals Could Advance Sleep Apnea Solutions
Originally Published 5 months ago — by WIRED
Researchers are exploring personalized treatments for sleep apnea, especially in patients with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), which affects connective tissue and increases airway collapse risk. Advances include targeted therapies like HGNS and drug combinations that improve muscle tone, with future diagnostics potentially using AI to tailor treatments more effectively. Understanding the role of matrix proteins like collagen could lead to broader, more effective therapies for diverse sleep apnea subtypes.