What treatment is commonly used for sleep apnea?

Wearing a mask is commonly used for the treatment of sleep apnea, particularly in the case of obstructive sleep apnea. This treatment typically involves the use of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy, where a mask connected to a machine delivers a steady stream of air to keep the airways open during sleep. This method is effective at preventing the airway collapse that characterizes sleep apnea, thereby reducing or eliminating the interruptions in breathing that can occur during sleep.

In contrast, while avoiding caffeine and behavioral therapy may contribute to overall sleep health, they are not the primary treatments specifically targeting sleep apnea. Similarly, medication is generally not the first-line treatment for sleep apnea; instead, lifestyle changes and mechanical devices like CPAP are the most commonly recommended interventions. The effectiveness of the mask and CPAP therapy in managing sleep apnea symptoms makes it the most widely endorsed treatment option in clinical practice.