After 10 years of sleepless nights, Houston Methodist Sleep Apnea Patient finds rest

For ten years, Lisa Pflug struggled with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which severely impacted her daily life and caregiving responsibilities for her aging mother. Unable to use traditional CPAP therapy due to discomfort and noise, she sought a different solution and underwent an outpatient procedure for an upper airway stimulation device. This device sends gentle pulses to the airway muscles, keeping them open during sleep. Immediately after activation, Pflug experienced significant improvements, including better sleep quality and the disappearance of chronic headaches. Dr.

Daniel Strigenz emphasized how the implant works with the body to restore natural breathing patterns. Beyond sleep benefits, Pflug reduced her mental health medication dosage and regained energy for caregiving. She passionately advocates for others to embrace technology in their treatment journeys. Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital continues to lead innovative care in the region, providing advanced solutions for sleep apnea and other health issues.