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CCHS Day 2026 – Casting a Light on CCHS
September 20, 2026
This Saturday, September 28th, we join the global community in recognizing International CCHS Day, a…
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Understanding Mechanical Ventilation for Quadriplegia/Tetraplegia
August 19, 2024
One of the major issues facing persons with quadriplegia/tetraplegia is the need for breathing assistance.…
Phrenic Nerve Stimulation – What It Is and How It Works
August 16, 2024
WHAT’S THE PHRENIC NERVE? Your body has two phrenic nerves, a left and a right…
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Diaphragm Paralysis – The Problem and Treatment
August 3, 2024
The Diaphragm The diaphragm is a large flat muscle positioned within and across the bottom…
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Central Sleep Apnea During the Day
May 5, 2023
Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) is a condition characterized by interruptions in breathing during sleeping and…
Breathing with Quadriplegia
June 20, 2022
For most people, breathing is a natural action. We do not think about it, yet…
Understanding Quadriplegia and Spinal Cord Injury
March 28, 2022
The spine is one of the most vital parts of the human body. Made up…
Mechanical Ventilators vs. Diaphragm Pacing
July 23, 2020
Mechanical Ventilators and Diaphragm Pacing Mechanical ventilation (MV) is often used to assist in breathing…
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Masks and Central Sleep Apnea
June 9, 2020
(Note: if you are familiar with the different types of sleep apnea and would like…
Spinal Cord Injury and Breathing
September 30, 2019
There are an estimated 288,000 people living with spinal cord injuries in the United States…
What You Should Know About Quadriplegia
February 14, 2018
If you or someone you love is a person with quadriplegia, you are used to…
Spinal Cord Injury Treatments
September 22, 2017
The spinal cord extends from the base of the brain downward, so at any point…
Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
September 15, 2017
Within all of us is a spinal cord that connects every square inch of your…
Avery Diaphragm Pacing System Broadcast on TV in Argentina: An International Spotlight on the Avery Diaphragm Pacemaker
April 9, 2015
Health Network Public TV aired a segment for the first time in Argentina on the…
Phrenic Nerve Pacing – How It Works
March 24, 2015
WHAT IS PHRENIC NERVE PACING? Phrenic nerve pacing, also known as diaphragm pacing, is the sending…
Diaphragm Pacing Explained
March 9, 2015
For most people, the simple action of taking a breath involves little-to-no thought. Breathing is…
Living with Central Hypoventilation Syndrome (CCHS)
January 22, 2015
Living with CCHS Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome (CCHS) is a life-long disease. There is no…
CCHS – Congenital Hypoventilation Syndrome
January 20, 2015
WHAT IS CCHS? Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome (CCHS) is a rare disorder of respiratory control.…
What Happens When the Diaphragm Is Not Working?
December 18, 2014
Understanding Diaphragm Paralysis and What Can Be Done The diaphragm is a muscle crucial for…
Phrenic Nerve Damage Causes and Treatments
November 13, 2014
This article deals with damage to the phrenic nerve as well as treatment options. To…
Diaphragm Pacing Benefits with the Avery Diaphragm Pacing System
September 16, 2014
Since the early 1970’s, Avery Biomedical Devices has implanted over 2,000 diaphragm pacing systems in…
75th Anniversary of Lou Gehrig Farewell Speech
July 3, 2014
This Friday, July 4th, marks the 75th year of Lou Gehrig’s iconic farewell speech when he…
Spinal Cord Injury Information (Infographic)
July 2, 2014
SPINAL CORD INJURIES AND BREATHING ASSISTANCE According to the CDC, there are about 200,000 people…
CCHS Breathing Without Tracheotomy
June 11, 2014
CONGENITAL CENTRAL HYPOVENTILATION SYNDROME (CCHS) Central sleep apnea is a breathing disorder in which individuals…
ALS Treatment and Assistance for Breathing
May 11, 2014
ABOUT ALS Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease is a neurological…
Improved Quality of Life for ALS Patients
April 29, 2014
Due to the nature of ALS as a degenerative disease, there is often a reduced…
ALS Assistance for Breathing
April 18, 2014
ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease of the spinal…
Diaphragm Pacing as a Long-Term Solution
March 3, 2014
The Avery Diaphragm Pacing System can be an enduring treatment for ventilator-dependent patients with quadriplegia,…
The Cost Savings of Diaphragm Pacing
February 28, 2014
A significant reduction in costs for the long-term care of ventilator-dependent patients is one of…
Ventilators for Quadriplegia – There Is a Better Option
November 1, 2013
Quadriplegia is the inability to move or feel both arms and both legs because of…
Respiratory Assistance for ALS
October 13, 2013
WHAT IS ALS? Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as “Lou Gehrig’s Disease,” is…
Understanding Early Signs of ALS
September 17, 2013
Signs of ALS Detecting ALS, especially in the early stages, can be difficult as the…

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