An untreated sleep disorder can reduce daytime productivity, increase the risk of accidents, and even lead to early death. Our board-certified physicians at the Sleep Disorders Center are able to diagnose and treat a multitude of sleep-related disorders including sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and restless leg syndrome.
Why you should be tested
trouble sleeping can lead to more than just restless nights. There major, chronic health problems are associated with sleep apnea:
High blood pressure
The national of health list sleep apnea as cause of high blood pressure. Studies show that about 30 percent of all people taking three or more medication to control their blood pressure have sleep apnea. That number increases to 80 percent for people taking three or more medications to control their blood pressure.
Stroke
Sleep apnea can increase a person's chances of stoke, In fact, studies show more than 60 porcent of patients who have had a stroke, also hace sleep apnea. Stroke patients with untreated sleep apnea may have a harder time recovering after a stoke, Recovering from a stroke takes energy and motivation, and sleepiness that comes from sleep apnea can make if dificulte for a person to follow rehabilitation programs.
Heart disease
Untreated sleep apnea strains the heart and may cause it not to work properly. Left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to heart disease and heart failure. People with sleep apnea can lower their chances of developing these problems by getting treated.
Diabetes
People with sleep apnea have higher chances of developing insulin resistancem which can lead to Type 2 diabetes. Sleep apnea is very common in patients that suffer from diabetes. About 60 percent of Type 2 diabetes patients have sleep apnea.
Sleep Testing
On your nigth at our Sleep center, you will stay in one fo our cozy rooms, designed to feel like home. We encourage our gest to bring items that would male them fell more comfortable, such as a blanket, pillow or pictures.
When you schedule your study at Oklahoma Sleep Associates we make sure your study is performed around ypur normal bed time. We also can schedule studies seven days a week allowing your to have a sleep study performed on the weekend.
During the nigth our sleep technicians monitor you to ensure the quality of the study is maintained and to assist ypur during the nigtht.
Convenient Location
We have a conveniet location to serve you in Norman, our facility is at 650 24th Ave. S.W. Norman, OK 73069 (Located on the west side of 24th Ave. NW, south of Boyd Street)
Signs and Symtoms
In most cases people suffering from sleep apnea are not aware they have a sleeping disorder until a spouse or bed partner hears them snoring or notices that they stop breathing while sleeping, Other common signs and symptoms include:
- Extreme sleepiness
- Frequent snoring
- Stopping breathing during sleep
- Morning Headache
- High blood pressure
- Weight problems
- Loss of energy
- Drowsy driving
- Abnormal Breathing
- Poor concentration
- Impaired alertness
Sleep apnea is a most common among men people who are overweight and middle-aged, however, research shows that children and port-menopausal woman may also be at risk.
Could you have sleep apena?
If you hace three or more of the symptoms, you may have a life-threatening sleep disorder:
- I don’t feel my sleep is refreshing
- I feel sleepy or tired during the day
- I have trouble falling asleep
- I snore
- I stop breathing while asleep
- I sleep restlessly tossing and turning
- I have an uncomfortable feeling in my legs
- I sweat excessively while sleeping
- I awaken with headaches
- I fall asleep while watching TV
- I fall asleep while driving
- I have high blood pressure
- I am overweight
How many options did you get?
If more that three of these comments apply to you, talk to your physician about sleep study with Oklahoma Sleep Associates.
Contact Us For Further Information
We have a conveniet location to serve you in Norman, our facility is at 650 24th Ave. S.W. Norman, OK 73069 (Located on the west side of 24th Ave. NW, south of Boyd Street)