Inspire® therapy qualifications
More than 100,0001 people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have pursued restful sleep with Inspire® therapy.
Eligibility requirements
To be a candidate for Inspire therapy, you must meet the following FDA indications:
Age 18 or older
Diagnosed with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea
Unable to benefit from CPAP
Inspire therapy has been clinically tested for people with a body mass index (BMI) up to 40. Over 90%2 of U.S. adults are within this range. Most insurance policies have a BMI policy in place for Inspire therapy coverage. Talk to your provider or Inspire therapy-trained doctor for more information.
Inspire therapy is FDA-approved for use in pediatric patients with Down syndrome. Learn more about specific qualifications here.
Do you qualify?
Find out if Inspire therapy is right for you. Most people who have tried and struggle with CPAP meet the basic requirements for Inspire therapy.
Next generation.
Same proven results.
Experience the next generation of the Inspire® implant, designed for enhanced patient comfort and a shorter, simplified procedure3 – available now through many Inspire-trained providers across the country.
Real patients recommend Inspire therapy
Ready to make a consultation appointment?
Your primary care provider can refer you to an Inspire-trained provider for a consultation. You also can reach out to an Inspire Advisor or use the locator to find one near you.
1 Data on file.
2 “Overweight & Obesity Statistics - Niddk.” National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Sept. 2021.
3 Huyett P, Suurna MV. Lateral Axillary Approach for Placement of the Fifth-Generation Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Implantable Pulse Generator. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2025 May 21. doi: 10.1002/ohn.1321. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 40396442.| SLR Han, et al. Preliminary Results of a Next-Generation Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation Therapy for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Poster - AASM 2025
The patient testimonials & sleep apnea treatment reviews above relate to accounts of an individual’s response to treatment. The accounts are genuine, typical & documented. Responses to the treatment can & do vary. Not every response is the same. Patients were not compensated other than for travel expenses. Please review the safety information provided on this site & note that this therapy is not for everyone. Furthermore, the information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.
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