Mercy Clinic Sleep Medicine - Physician Plaza

Insomnia – Difficulty falling and staying asleep, which is the most common of all sleep disorders
 

Sleep apnea – Temporarily not breathing during sleep, which can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and depression
 

Restless leg syndrome – Leg discomfort that worsens at night and may include burning, itching or the urge to move the legs
 

Narcolepsy – Disruption of the sleep-wake cycle that causes extreme tiredness, sudden attacks of sleep and muscle weakness at any time of day
 

Parasomnia – Abnormal behaviors when falling asleep, sleeping or waking up, such as sleepwalking, talking, eating, nightmares, bedwetting, hallucinations, paralysis and more

Effects of Sleep Deprivation

Sleep deprivation is not only the result of a lack of sleep but also a lack of quality sleep. This can lead to fatigue, drowsiness, cognitive impairment, personal stress, reduced quality of life and even injuries. Moreover, there are many clinical complications resulting from sleep disorders, including high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, obesity, depression and others.

Common Symptoms of Sleep Disorders

• Heavy snoring followed by grunting
• Choking or gasping for breath during sleep
• Feeling tired or fatigued after sleeping
• Weight fluctuation and/or inability to lose weight
• Nodding off while driving
• Morning headaches
• Difficulty concentrating
• Irritability
• Memory loss
• Difficulty falling or staying asleep
• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• Sexual dysfunction/impotence
• Frequent urination
• Depression or substance abuse

Our highly trained and licensed staff members perform sleep studies, which are then interpreted by our board-certified sleep medicine specialists. Sleep studies are performed at Mercy Sleep Center - Physician Plaza.

Our hospital-based outpatient sleep facility has hotel-like rooms offering sleep number beds, private bathrooms and showers to accommodate our patients. Our facility is also accredited to provide home sleep apnea tests. Both these facilities are accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

In patients with poor quality sleep or daytime sleepiness, the first step toward a better night's sleep is a comprehensive evaluation by a Mercy sleep medicine specialist. This expert will listen to your concerns and help develop a plan to meet your needs.

As part of your sleep disorder treatment, your sleep medicine provider may recommend a consultation with a sleep psychologist, psychiatrist, otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat specialist), pulmonologist, cardiologist, dentist or a physician specializing in weight reduction.