Somnics Health’s INAP offers a comfortable, effective alternative to CPAP for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is more than just a bad night’s sleep. It’s a serious medical condition linked to cardiovascular disease, stroke, high blood pressure, and diminished quality of life. For decades, the gold standard for treatment has been continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy. But while CPAP is clinically effective, it’s notoriously difficult to tolerate. Side effects such as discomfort, dryness, and noise lead to poor long-term adherence. In fact, only about 40% of patients still use CPAP after 12 months.

Somnics Health’s iNAP® is reimagining the way OSA is treated—offering patients a comfortable, quiet, and highly effective alternative that addresses the limitations of CPAP while delivering results across all severities of OSA.

What Makes iNAP® Different?

Unlike CPAP, which uses a continuous stream of pressurized air to keep the airway open, iNAP therapy uses a gentle oral vacuum to stabilize the soft tissues and prevent airway collapse. The result is a completely mask-free and hose-free experience, making the device far more comfortable and discreet.

Key benefits of iNAP include:

• Comfortable and non-invasive: No face mask, no headgear, no bulky machine
• Whisper-quiet: Operates without the disruptive noise of CPAP
• Portable and travel-friendly: Fits into a small case for easy use anywhere
• Minimal side effects: Avoids common complaints such as dry mouth and claustrophobia
• Effective across all OSA severities: Proven to reduce AHI (Apnea Hypopnea Index) to normal levels in appropriate users

A Patient’s Journey: From Struggle to Transformation

One compelling story comes from a 76-year-old woman with severe OSA, atrial fibrillation (AFIB), and high blood pressure. Like many, she tried CPAP but found it intolerable. Despite several attempts with different CPAP machines, she simply couldn’t adjust. Feeling exhausted, frustrated, and still suffering the health consequences of untreated sleep apnea, she turned to her doctor for another option.

That’s when she was introduced to iNAP. Within a week of ordering, the device arrived at her home. With the help of a dedicated Somnics Health coach via Zoom, she was onboarded and began using the therapy.

The results were astonishing:

• Her AHI dropped from over 30 to under 5, classifying her OSA as mild.
• Her AFIB symptoms vanished upon waking.
• Her blood pressure normalized, a dramatic improvement that lasted.

In her own words:

“When purchasing anything, we all hope the product works, and the company behind it is ethical. In the case of iNAP, it is two out of two! I had horrible AFIB, and my blood pressure was extremely high in the morning. I tried several CPAP machines; they were too uncomfortable to use. I tried iNAP, the very first night was a miracle. I awakened with no AFIB, and normal blood pressure. Extremely comfortable; do not even know I am using it. I truly feel as I did at 25 years old, yet I am 76. You can take away my house, my dog, and my husband; however, keep your hands off my iNAP!”

This testimonial underscores what many patients experience: not just better sleep, but better health, better energy, and a renewed sense of life.

A New Era for OSA Treatment

CPAP will always have its place in sleep medicine, but for many patients, particularly those who struggle with adherence, iNAP is a much-needed breakthrough. It’s not just an alternative—it’s an innovation that puts patient comfort and convenience at the center of therapy, without compromising efficacy.
Somnics Health is more than just a medical device company; it’s a patient-centered organization. Personalized support, fast fulfillment, and responsive coaching, like that provided to the patient above, are part of what make the iNAP experience unique.
If you or someone you love is living with sleep apnea and dreading the idea of CPAP, iNAP might just be the alternative worth exploring.

Learn more at Somnics Health and see if iNAP is right for you.