How much do you know about the way you sleep? Advanced Sleep Medicine Services is here to serve as your resource so you can better understand the importance sleep plays in our lives, how sleep disorders impact your sleep, and what you can do to get more sleep every night. Read through these posts in The Sleep Blog to learn more about sleep.
Do you know that feeling when you’ve been sitting too long and you have the urge to get up and stretch your legs? That’s what people with restless leg syndrome feel every day. You can imagine what that must feel like when trying to get some sleep. If you or a loved one has RLS, … Seguir leyendo "
The term insomnia is used frequently by many people in casual conversations referring to their lack of sleep. However, few know what a disorder of insomnia actually is and how it seriously impacts the lives of those who have the condition. It’s important to stay educated about the type of sleep disorders impacting millions of … Seguir leyendo "
Snoring is often lightheartedly joked about in social situations. Many people will find humor in having a college roommate or neighbor that they can hear snoring from across the hall. However, it can be a serious medical issue that should be addressed. Some people do not understand what snoring can mean. It’s more than … Seguir leyendo "
Narcolepsia es un término que mucha gente ha oído, pero pocos entienden lo que es y las implicaciones que puede tener en la vida diaria de una persona. Afecta a 200.000 estadounidenses, pero sólo el 25% de las personas saben que la padecen y reciben tratamiento. Para ayudar a los seres queridos que no saben que padecen esta ... Seguir leyendo "
La narcolepsia es un trastorno del sueño poco frecuente, pero existen diversas opciones de tratamiento. Debido a cómo la narcolepsia afecta a las actividades cotidianas, es increíblemente importante para la seguridad y la felicidad general buscar una solución para controlar la enfermedad. Aunque 200.000 estadounidenses padecen la enfermedad, son aún más los que sufren las consecuencias de ... Seguir leyendo "
You’ve heard of the hidden dangers that certain types of products or habits put the average American at risk. Unfortunately, less is heard about the unknown epidemic of untreated sleep apnea. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, 22 million Americans have obstructive sleep apnea, yet 80 percent of them are left untreated. The dangers … Seguir leyendo "
Many people may wonder if they have sleep apnea, but dismiss the thought because of misconceptions about sleep testing. It is estimated that 26 percent of adults between the ages of 30 and 70 have sleep apnea. And yet, many go untreated and untested. The consequences of untreated sleep apnea are serious. The ramifications can … Seguir leyendo "
Sleep Apnea is a serious sleep condition that affects many Americans. While there are different kinds of sleep conditions, the most common one is called Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Essentially, it is when the upper airway collapses, causing frequent pauses in breathing lasting ten seconds or more. It impacts one in five Americans, yet many are … Seguir leyendo "
1. The older you get, the fewer hours of sleep you need. Sleep experts recommend a range of seven to nine hours of sleep for the average adult. While sleep patterns change as we age, the amount of sleep we need generally does not. Older people may wake more frequently through the night and may … Seguir leyendo "
Exercise has endless health benefits – stress management, weight loss, self-esteem, mental health, to name a few. Among those benefits is the impact it has on a good night’s sleep. What is the best time of day to exercise to help you sleep better? The time of day you choose to work out and the … Seguir leyendo "
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