Summary and update on behavioral interventions for improving adherence with positive airway pressure treatment in adults

D'Rozario, Angela L. and Galgut, Yael and Crawford, Megan R. and Bartlett, Delwyn J. (2021) Summary and update on behavioral interventions for improving adherence with positive airway pressure treatment in adults. Sleep Medicine Clinics, 16 (1). pp. 101-124. ISSN 1556-4088 (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsmc.2020.10.006)

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Abstract

Continuous positive airway pressure (PAP) is still the most efficacious treatment for obstructive sleep apnea when used effectively. Since the availability of PAP 39 years ago there have been considerable technological advances, such as quieter, lighter and smaller machines with better humidification. However, adherence to treatment is still a major problem. This article reviews studies published on behavioral interventions aimed at improving the uptake and maintenance of PAP treatment (January 2016–February 2020). It discusses underlying factors in the poor uptake and discontinuation of treatment and the role of qualitative research to better understand the perspective of the patients.

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