Your daytime productivity, outlook on life, and general health all depend
on healthy sleep. It doesn’t take long to notice when your sleep
patterns are off, and in the long run, a lack of quality sleep can lead
to serious health problems. Chronic sleep disorders can cause hypertension,
stroke, heart disease, glucose intolerance, as well as mood and cognitive
problems. Fortunately, our Ogden neurologists are sleep specialists who
can help restore healthy sleep to people of all ages.
If any of these symptoms inhibit your sleep, contact us today for a closer
evaluation:
Sleep apnea
Loud or persistent snoring
Insomnia
Non-refreshing sleep
Daytime sleepiness or headaches in the morning
Restless leg syndrome
Ogden Clinic’s Sleep Center is located inside our Professional Center
in Ogden. Our Sleep Lab is designed to help us evaluate your sleep habits
and design a treatment plan to restore a restful night’s sleep.
Sleep Study Diagnosis
Major advances have been made in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders
through the use of sleep labs. In patients with poor sleep quality or
obstructive sleep apnea, the first step toward a better night’s
sleep is a comprehensive evaluation by Ogden Clinic’s sleep study
specialists.
What Happens During a Sleep Study?
If you’re assigned a sleep study, you must come to our Ogden lab
shortly before your usual bedtime for the overnight study. Bring comfortable
clothing you’d normally sleep in and ensure your hair is washed
and dried.
The tech will apply monitors to your body that will measure various activities.
These may include:
Wires with cup electrodes may be attached your head with conductive paste.
The electrodes are used to measure brain activity, including the different
sleep stages you are entering.
Wire electrodes may be attached to your face (near the eyes and chin) to
reveal muscle activity such as nocturnal teeth grinding and eye movements
A nasal cannula will measure your breathing.
A monitor is attached to your finger to detect oxygen levels.
EKG monitors will show your heart rate and rhythm.
A small mic may be placed near your throat to detect snoring.
You might be thinking, “How can I possibly fall asleep with so many
attachments?” But falling asleep during a sleep study is not as
uncomfortable as it seems. Even patients who don’t feel like they
receive adequate sleep generally get enough to obtain adequate data for
the study.
After your sleep study is conducted and the diagnosis has been made, Ogden
Clinic’s sleep specialists will design a treatment plan according
to your needs. Treatment for sleep disorders varies depending on the cause.
Some patients find that a visit to an otolaryngologist (ENT) specialist
helps to mitigate snoring. Others find relief through lifestyle changes,
medication adjustment, and even specialized equipment such as continuous
positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy for obstructive sleep apnea.
The Ogden Clinic Sleep Lab is certified by the Accreditation Commission
for Healthcare (ACHC). ACHC provides a patient-focused approach to Sleep
Accreditation with principles that were developed by professionals to
ensure relevant and realistic standards. By achieving this accreditation,
Ogden Clinic demonstrates our commitment to providing the highest-quality
service through compliance with national regulations and industry best
practices. To learn more about the ACHC Accreditation, please visit
Accreditation Commission for Health Care.
Patient Instructions for Sleep Testing
Sleep Lab Supervisor Paige Iverson walks us through the process of fitting
and using their take-home sleep monitor. With correct usage, this machine
provides valuable data about breathing and sleep patterns.
