Non-Invasive Ventilation & Sleep Medicine

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Better Breathing.
Better Sleep.
Better Futures.

Sleep and breathing are closely connected, and respiratory difficulties during childhood can affect health, development and quality of life.

The INSPiRED Non-Invasive Ventilation & Sleep Medicine Special Interest Group brings together professionals interested in paediatric sleep-disordered breathing, non-invasive ventilation (NIV) and long-term respiratory support.

Through international collaboration and shared clinical experience, the group aims to advance knowledge, explore evolving technologies and improve respiratory care for children who need support during sleep and beyond.

Our Focus

The group explores key developments and challenges in paediatric sleep medicine and respiratory support, including:

Sleep-Disordered Breathing — Improving recognition, assessment and management of sleep-related breathing conditions in children.
Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) — Exploring indications, treatment approaches, monitoring and follow-up.
Home Ventilation & Long-Term Support — Sharing expertise in home respiratory care, multidisciplinary support and transitions between services.
Sleep Studies & Diagnostics — Advancing knowledge in sleep assessment, interpretation and access to diagnostic services.
Comfort, Adherence & Family Support — Addressing ventilation interfaces, treatment tolerance, family education and quality of life.

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Potential activities include:

This SIG creates opportunities for professionals working in paediatric sleep medicine and respiratory support to exchange practical knowledge, discuss clinical challenges and build international connections.

Potential activities include:

Multidisciplinary case discussions and shared clinical learning
Webinars, journal clubs and educational exchanges
Sharing protocols, practical tools and relevant research
Exploring opportunities for collaborative studies, specialist training and innovation

Who Is This Group For?

Paediatric pulmonologists, sleep physicians, intensivists, general paediatricians, respiratory physiotherapists, nurses, sleep technicians, researchers and trainees involved in paediatric sleep medicine or non-invasive ventilation.

Whether you work in a specialist sleep centre, hospital or home ventilation programme, this group offers opportunities to exchange perspectives and learn from colleagues around the world.

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Connect with an international community dedicated to improving sleep, breathing and quality of life for children requiring respiratory support.

Participation in SIG activities may also be open to non-members of INSPiRED.

Get in touch to learn more or express your interest in this group.