{"id":192,"date":"2025-10-08T19:26:42","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T19:26:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/?p=192"},"modified":"2025-11-05T19:28:36","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T19:28:36","slug":"weighted-blanket-for-sleep-apnea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/2025\/10\/08\/weighted-blanket-for-sleep-apnea\/","title":{"rendered":"The Magic of a Weighted Blanket for Those with Sleep Apnea"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-300x169.png\" alt=\"Woman sleeping on the couch with her weighted blanket\" class=\"wp-image-193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image.png 548w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Have you heard of a \u201cweighted blanket\u201d? If not, don\u2019t worry \u2013 they\u2019re a bit fancy in that they\u2019re specifically designed to create a very specific sensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re the type that likes to pile on multiple layers of blankets not necessarily for the warmth, but because of the cozy feeling you get from the added weight, then you might very well like this product! And if you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/sleep-apnea-treatment.html\">sleep apnea<\/a>, you\u2019ll be extra-glad to know that a weighted blanket could in fact lull you into a restful sleep. Keep reading to learn more about the magic of this popular sleep aid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Calm Your Nervous System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Clearly, if your nervous system is \u201cout-of-whack,\u201d it can be very difficult to lull yourself into a deep sleep. You know that near-instant relief that often goes hand-in-hand with a good hug? It has a calming effect for a lot of people because the pressure prompts the brain to produce oxytocin \u2013 a hormone that basically helps you feel safe and loved. As it turns out, weighted blankets <em>also <\/em>promote oxytocin production, and quite literally help your frazzled nervous system relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regulate Hormones<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, the gentle pressure of sleeping under a weighted blanket can help regulate your hormones in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you have anxiety (or if your brain is frequently freaking out because obstructive sleep apnea is restricting your ability to breathe), your body likely has trouble regulating cortisol, the \u201cstress hormone.\u201d As a result, it can be difficult to feel at ease, even when you\u2019re ready for some rest. Snuggling under a weighted blanket helps soothe your brain and lowers cortisol levels, enabling you to truly feel that all-important sense of bedtime calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Control Internal Temperature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people \u201csleep hot.\u201d As they drift off into dreamland, their internal temperature rises, which can result in discomfort and night sweats. Others \u201csleep cold,\u201d and have a hard time resting because their internal temperature drops. Weighted blankets can help both types of sleepers rest more comfortably \u2013 synthetic fibers like polyester and fleece will keep you warm throughout the night, while breathable fabrics like cotton and wool will have a cooling effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prevent Insomnia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, weighted blankets can help many people, including those with sleep apnea, avoid insomnia. They can be especially effective for people with anxiety, ADHD, restless leg syndrome, and other conditions that disrupt hormone levels and the nervous system. They\u2019re not for everyone, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have respiratory issues, a weighted blanket might not be the best sleep aid for you. While they can be beneficial for those who are actively treating their sleep apnea with an oral appliance or CPAP, the added pressure can worsen symptoms in patients with <em>un<\/em>treated sleep apnea. Talk to your doctor and sleep specialist to confirm whether a weighted blanket would magically transform your sleep quality!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/meet-dr-travis-spillman.html\">Dr. Travis Spillman<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/meet-dr-jacquelyn-green.html\">Dr. Jacquelyn Green<\/a> are experienced and skilled dentists in Dallas. They never stop learning, and keep up with the latest trends in dentistry, including sleep apnea treatment. If you\u2019re tired of not getting enough rest due to obstructive sleep apnea, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/contact.html\">contact Dr. Spillman and Dr. Green\u2019s office<\/a> at 214-823-5253.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you heard of a \u201cweighted blanket\u201d? If not, don\u2019t worry \u2013 they\u2019re a bit fancy in that they\u2019re specifically designed to create a very specific sensation. 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