What Is Weight Management for Sleep Health?
Weight plays a significant role in sleep health. Excess weight, particularly around the neck and upper airway, is one of the most important modifiable risk factors for obstructive sleep apnoea and can contribute to the severity of sleep-disordered breathing.
At Somnotech, we recognise the close relationship between sleep health and metabolic health.
We recognise the close relationship between sleep health and metabolic health. Through our dedicated Sleep & Metabolic Health services, we take a comprehensive approach that addresses both sleep disorders and the underlying metabolic factors that may contribute to them. Our care is led by an experienced metabolic health specialist.
Treatment Options
Patients receive personalised guidance and support using evidence-based weight management approaches tailored to their individual needs. Even modest weight loss can lead to measurable improvements in the Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI), reduce the severity of sleep apnoea, and improve overall wellbeing.
For patients who may benefit from more advanced interventions, specialised metabolic and bariatric treatment options are available through our dedicated clinical team. For many individuals, effective weight management is an important part of the long-term management of sleep apnoea and overall health. When clinically appropriate, our specialists can also advise on advanced bariatric treatment options.
What We Assess
- Body Mass Index (BMI) and weight-related risk factors
- The impact of weight on airway function and breathing during sleep
- Sleep study findings, including AHI and disease severity
- Metabolic factors that may contribute to weight gain and poor sleep
- Current lifestyle habits and previous weight management efforts
Benefits
- Addresses an important underlying contributor to sleep apnoea
- Supports improvements in AHI and sleep quality
- Complements other sleep apnoea treatments
- Improves overall health and metabolic wellbeing
- Encourages sustainable, long-term sleep health and weight loss
Who This is For
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Have sleep apnea and are overweight or obese
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Have been advised to lose weight as part of their treatment plan
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Want to improve sleep quality through better metabolic health
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Are seeking a comprehensive approach to managing sleep apnoea through evidence-based weight management
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May benefit from advanced metabolic or bariatric treatment options