You probably have questions about what goes into a sleep study. At Advanced Sleep Medicine Services, we’re here to answer those questions. From identifying the benefits of sleep studies, to helping you determine if an in-home sleep test or an in-center sleep test is right for you, we hope our Sleep Blog can serve as a valuable resource for you.
Sleep apnea affects more than 20 million Americans, yet most are undiagnosed and untreated. A sleep study, whether performed at-home or in a sleep center, is the most effective way to diagnose many sleep disorders, like sleep apnea. Learn about the typical requirements for ordering sleep studies. Talk to your doctor about your sleep issues … Read More »
In a perfect world, you would visit your primary care doctor once a year and spend a solid hour talking about your current health. She’d ask how your family is doing, your marriage, are you getting regular exercise? Are you eating well and how are you feeling about your job? You might have a list … Read More »
Has your doctor ordered a test, medication or specialist visit but can’t tell you what it’s going to cost? Have you ever been surprised by a huge medical bill when you thought you were covered? Have you ever postponed a procedure because you weren’t sure what it would cost you? Have you ever been confused … Read More »
25-30 percent of children suffer from some form of sleep disturbance such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, sleepwalking, bed wetting or night terrors. 2-3 percent of children have sleep apnea. While many childhood sleep issues are not cause for concern, a disturbance that reduces your child’s quality or quantity of sleep on a regular basis can lead to more … Read More »
Are you nervous about your upcoming sleep study appointment or worried that you won’t be able to sleep with all of those wires or in unfamiliar surroundings? We will make you as comfortable as possible; still, some patients ask us: is it OK to take a sleeping aid or sleeping pill before my sleep study? … Read More »
Did you receive a call from a sleep center to schedule an in-center or in-home sleep study? Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects more than 18 million Americans. Left untreated, sleep apnea can have serious and life-shortening consequences: high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, automobile accidents caused by falling asleep at the wheel, diabetes or depression. … Read More »
Getting ready for a sleep study can make you more nervous than a blind date. You’ve made the arrangements, but there are so many questions buzzing around in your head. What should I wear?? Should I be early or can I be a few minutes late?? What should I bring with me?? Now you’re losing … Read More »
