Sleep Apneoa and osteoarthritis have very similar factors.

In fact a vast majority of patients who present with osteoarthritis of a joint requiring replacement surgery often present with sleep apnoea co-morbidity. The great problem with obstructive sleep apnoea is compliance in getting and wearing a fitted mask. Dr Hartnell has helped design and patent a 3D printed mask for sleep apnoea sufferers. The mask is made to fit the individual patient and so far, through early testing has a far higher compliance rate with better satisfaction and lower leaking. Even the partners of sleep apnoea sufferers are getting a better night’s sleep.