How vibrations induced by snoring may contribute to sleep apnea

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Snoring is not just a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea—it may also contribute to the disease.

Researchers at Umeå University show that the vibrations affect how muscle cells produce and manage energy.

This, in turn, may weaken the muscles of the upper airway, making them more likely to collapse during sleep. ...

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Snoring is not just a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea—it may also contribute to the disease.

Researchers at Umeå University show that the vibrations affect how muscle cells produce and manage energy.

This, in turn, may weaken the muscles of the upper airway, making them more likely to collapse during sleep. ...