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It is estimated that two out of five Americans have a serious sleep disorder. Sleep disorders can interfere with our ability to fall asleep or maintain sleep, and may cause excessive daytime sleepiness. Sleep disorders affect all ages and all types of people.
The Sleep Disorders Center diagnosis and treats Apnea, Insomnia, Narcolepsy, Parasomnia (sleep-walking), Nocturnal Myoclonus and “Restless Legs” Syndrome.
The 4 bed center is located in Summit Suite 301. Outpatient appointments are
available Monday through Friday.
If you think you have a sleep disorder and want to schedule a study, contact your doctor or call the Sleep Disorders Center at 386-917-7600.
Click Here to Print Out Instructions for Your Sleep Study (PDF)
If you have any questions about your test, you can contact the sleep lab directly at (386) 917-7600.
Summit Office Building
1061 Medical Center Drive, Suite 301
Orange City, Florida 32763
phone: (386) 917-7600 or (386) 917-7601
fax: (386) 917-7602
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COMMON SLEEP DISORDERS
APNEA
Periods of not breathing, as frequently as several hundred times during sleep. Causes of apnea include a blockage of the upperairway and diseases of the central nervous system. Apnea victims may experience excessive daytime sleepiness, high blood pressure, rapid weight gain, morning headaches, personality changes, impotence, signs of heart failure or enlargement, and heavy snoring. They may also have sleep attacks during the day, similar to those associated with narcolepsy.
INSOMNIA
The inability to sleep. About 70 million Americans experience fragmented and disrupted sleep. Causes of insomnia include stress, breathing disorders, temporary pain, and misuse or overuse of sleeping pills. Daytime symptoms often include headaches, hypertension, and concentration/memory difficulties.
NARCOLEPSY
Sudden and uncontrollable attacks of excessive sleepiness during the day. This disorder causes an individual to sleep at inappropriate times such as while driving, eating, or in meetings. Common complaints include frequent, vivid nightmares or hallucinations upon falling asleep, sudden muscular weakness when angry, surprised or amused, and momentary paralysis upon awakening.
PARASOMNIA
Somnambulism (sleep-walking), nightmares and night terrors.
Nocturnal Myoclonus and “Restless Legs” Syndrome
Multiple arousals during sleep, excessive daytime drowsiness, aching muscles upon awakening and crawling or restless sensations in the legs. This condition is often mistaken for insomnia.
SLEEP TIPS
• Make sure your bedroom is cool, dark, and quiet.
• Try to get to bed at the same time every night.
Your body gets used to a schedule and will be ready to sleep.
• Exercise during the day. Walking, running or playing a sport
at least 3 hours before bedtime helps your body get ready for sleep.
• Avoid big meals before bedtime. Eat a healthy snack like fruit instead.
• Don’t drink sodas or caffeine... especially in the afternoon and at night.
• Have a bedtime routine. Do the same relaxing things before
bed each night, like taking a warm shower, reading or listening
to quiet music. Your body will know it is time to get ready to sleep.
