Medical Stats That Can’t Be Ignored
Behind every medical statistic is a traveler who almost didn’t make the trip.
At Own Your Sleep™, we see the data not as numbers, but as people with unspoken needs, postponed plans, and invisible barriers.
The Need Is Bigger Than You Think
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1 in 4 U.S. adults lives with a disability—that’s over 61 million people.
Source: CDC, 2025
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Mobility limitations affect 1 in 7 adults in the U.S., making it the most common type of disability.
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More than 6 million Americans live with heart failure (CHF)—a condition where elevated sleep posture (head/feet) can ease symptoms and reduce ER visits.
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GERD affects 1 in 5 adults. Sleeping on an incline can dramatically reduce symptoms like nighttime reflux and aspiration risk.
Source: NIDDK, NIH August 2025
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“An estimated 39 million U.S. adults live with obstructive sleep apnea.”
Source: JAMA Network Open / Health.com March 2024 -
Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, affects up to 15 million Americans, many of whom require head-elevated sleep or hospital-style beds—yet often travel without access.
Source: ASHA, 2022
Second Source: 2024 AJSLP analysis estimated ~1 in 17 adults report dysphagia—but methods differ.
Invisible Barriers, Real Impact
For many travelers, the absence of an adjustable bed isn’t just inconvenient—it’s a physical limitation with ripple effects:
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Increased fall risk
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Poor post-operative recovery
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Pressure ulcers or circulation issues
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Missed family events due to inaccessible stays
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Worsening of chronic symptoms due to flat sleeping
“Comfort” isn’t luxury—it’s a lifeline.
Real People, Real Stories (Testimonials Coming Soon)
Explore firsthand accounts of how a single hotel room decision changed someone’s ability to show up, heal, or celebrate.
Why It Matters to Hospitality & Industry
Travelers with medical needs don’t just need accommodations—they’re loyal, grateful, and often travel with others.
By offering accessible adjustable beds:
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Hotels tap into an untapped $58 billion disability travel market.
Source: Open Doors Organization Jan 2024
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Manufacturers contribute to a movement, not just a product line.
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Properties receive elevated guest satisfaction scores, positive reviews, and greater ADA goodwill—without expensive renovations.
“You can’t always change your body’s needs, but you can change
where it feels safe to sleep.”
— Kelly Haapala, Patient Advocate & Founder of Own Your Sleep™
CTA: This Isn’t Just Data. It’s Direction.
Want to see how your hotel, facility, or product can become part of the solution?
Email KellyHaapala@OwnYourSleep.net for more information
