Sleep Medicine

What is sleep medicine?

Sleep medicine is medical care in which your sleep specialist works closely with your primary health care provider to ensure successful, continuous sleep health management. They provide compassionate care focused on your unique needs, creating exceptional treatment plans associated with superior patient satisfaction.

When do you need sleep medicine?

Pulmonary Medicine Associates fosters a positive experience, empowering patients to achieve better sleep and the best quality of life possible. 

The practice treats adults with the following sleep medicine conditions:

• Narcolepsy
• Parasomnias
• Circadian rhythm disorders
• Fatigue
• Obstructive sleep apnea
• Snoring
• Insomnia
• Restless legs syndrome
• Periodic limb movement disorder

The Pulmonary Medicine Associates specialists can address any sleep problem and tailor sleep medicine treatments to your personalized needs. 

Risk factors for sleep disorders include a family history of sleep problems, obesity, shift work, having a thick neck, smoking, aging, and having certain medical conditions. 

What are the symptoms of sleep disorders?

The hallmark symptoms of sleep disorders include:

• Waking up tired
• Morning dry mouth
• Morning headaches
• Loud snoring
• Decreased ability to fall or stay asleep
• Daytime fatigue
• Frequent nighttime urination
• Difficulty concentrating
• Irritability 
• Gasping for air during sleep 
• Sleepwalking
• Talking in your sleep
• Constant urges to move your legs

Sleep disorders may increase your risk of car accidents and other accidents or injuries. 

Is sleep medicine right for me?

Your Pulmonary Medicine Associates specialist discusses your symptoms, medical history, medications, lifestyle habits, and more. They complete a physical exam to look for underlying causes of poor sleep and may order blood testing or a sleep study at home or in the on-site sleep lab to properly diagnose your condition and treat it appropriately. 

What can I expect during sleep medicine treatments?

During treatment, you might take medications, undergo behavior-change counseling, make lifestyle changes, or take dietary supplements. It’s important to eat nutritious foods, exercise regularly, and allow yourself at least seven hours of uninterrupted sleep each night. Sleep in a cool, quiet, dark room and avoid alcohol and caffeine before bed.

Follow up with your Pulmonary Medicine Associates specialist whenever needed to ensure long-lasting, high-quality sleep.

Schedule an appointment at Pulmonary Medicine Associates by phone or request one online today to take advantage of outstanding sleep medicine.