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By observing sleep patterns,the sleep lab is able to diagnose sleep disorders and help our patients on the path to better health. Our technicians are all trained and skilled in their fields. Many are certified specifically in the area of sleep.
Common Sleep Disorders
Central Sleep Apnea - when you repeatedly stop breathing during sleep because the brain temporarily stops sending signals to the muscles that control breathing
Obstructive Sleep Apnea - a condition in which the flow of air pauses or decreases during breathing while you are asleep because the airway has become narrowed,blocked,or floppy. A pause in breathing is called an apnea episode. A decrease in airflow during breathing is called hypopnea episode. Almost everyone has brief apnea episodes while they sleep.
Restless Leg Syndrome and Periodic Leg Movement Disorder – also known as nocturnal myoclonus,RLS or akathisia,is a disorder in which there is an urge or need to move the legs to stop unpleasant sensations.
Narcolepsy – also known as daytime sleep disorder or cataplexy,is a sleep disorder that causes excessive sleepiness and frequent daytime sleep attacks.
Night Terrors - (sleep terrors) are a sleep disorder in which a person quickly wakes from sleep in a terrified state.
Sleepwalking – also known as somnambulism,is a disorder that occurs when people walk or do another activity while they are still asleep.