Not Just Snoring – New Research Reveals Sleep Apnea May Be Damaging Your Muscles

A new study links obstructive sleep apnea to poorer skeletal muscle quality and possible muscle damage.

Researchers from Ben-Gurion University and Soroka University Medical Center found lower muscle density and altered muscle composition on CT scans.

The results suggest sleep apnea may affect muscles and bones, not just sleep and heart health.

The findings raise concerns about weakness, fractures, and loss of independence, while pointing to a low-cost screening option.