The Magazine for Sleep Professionals
Monday, July 6, 2026
NDD Medical Technologies (NDD), a leading provider of pulmonary function equipment, dedicated to the early detection and accurate diagnosis of COPD and other chronic lung diseases. In line with its continued commitment to supporting respiratory professionals—particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic—NDD is now offering free, live spirometry training […]
Prior to 2010, a great majority of sleep centers focused almost exclusively on in-lab testing, with the polysomnography test (PSG) leading the way. From 2010 to 2020, however, the home sleep testing (HST) market has experienced a growth explosion, jumping roughly 20X in total volume in the United States over […]
Nihon Kohden has announced the launch of Polysmith 12 polysomnography software. Version 12 of the Polysmith software includes more than 40 market-driven features that offer sleep specialists improved workflow, analysis and outcomes. “With this 12th generation of our Polysmith software, we have improved scheduling to quickly highlight which patients need follow-up, […]
Vitalograph has received FDA approval for the In2itive e-Diary spirometer and is now available for global clinical trials including the USA. This next-generation In2itiveTM e-Diary combines in-clinic spirometry, home monitoring of respiratory endpoints, and eCOA data gathering functions in a single, robust, handheld medical device. New features include: Large, high […]
Masimo announced the results of a prospective study published in the International Journal of Neonatal Screening in which researchers in Marrakesh, Morocco, conducted the first Moroccan study on critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) screening for newborns using Masimo SET® pulse oximetry.1 The authors concluded that “Our results encourage us to strengthen screening for […]
Masimo announced the results of a study published in Pneumonia in which independent researchers in New Delhi, India, investigated the accuracy of Masimo RRp® on pediatric patients with the Rad-G™ Pulse Oximeter by comparing it to clinician-determined values while performing routine assessment of children admitted to outpatient and emergency departments.1 RRp provides respiration rate […]
Introduction Sleep apnea, with an estimated incidence between three and seven percent in the general population, is a common disorder.1 Currently, either an at-home sleep test or overnight polysomnographic test is necessary to diagnose sleep apnea. Both of these evaluations are at times cumbersome. Consequently, patients may be unwilling to […]
The Nox A1 PSG System is now available in the U.S. The Nox A1 is a highly flexible PSG system with in-lab and ambulatory capabilities that delivers reliable quality recordings and patient satisfaction. Innovations in a number of key areas such as ergonomics, robustness, scalability, flexibility, and use of new technology are combined to create […]
By Robyn Frechette Or are you blowing it? Spirometry is the most commonly used test for pulmonary function diagnostics, but just because it’s common doesn’t mean that the patients performing the tests and the technicians conducting the tests are well-seasoned experts. In fact, many times subpar efforts that do not […]
The latest version of a hand-held device to help people improve the self-management of ongoing lung conditions is being launched this month. With its use of Bluetooth wireless technology, the new Air Next is among the world’s most advanced home-use spirometers. This new spirometer has been developed by Swedish digital […]
