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You are not alone.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine estimates that more than 70 million people in the United States suffer from some form of sleep disorder. At The Sleep Center at Park Plaza Hospital, we are equipped to diagnose and treat a wide range of sleep disorders. Our six-bed, hospital-based outpatient center allows for a modern and comfortable atmosphere, much like you would have at your home. |
Here are some common sleep issues that can interfere with the ability to achieve quality sleep:
Snoring - one of the most common sleep disorders. Sometimes snoring is a symptom of sleep apnea, a condition where breathing essentially stops during sleep.
Sleep Apnea a condition where breathing essentially stops during sleep. It is characterized by loud snoring with gasping, snorting or pauses in breathing. Individuals who suffer from sleep apnea often complain of excessive daytime sleepiness.
Insomnia - a condition that makes it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep. Factors such as stress or depression can contribute to or worsen insomnia.
Narcolepsy causes overwhelming sleepiness and uncontrolled bouts of sleep.
Restless Leg Syndrome patients suffering from this condition often complain of a twitching or crawling sensation in one or both of their legs, making it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep.
Circadian-rhythm Disorder affects the timing of sleep. Some people with this condition are unable to sleep and wake at times required to fulfill normal work and social schedules.
GERD abbreviation for gastroesophageal reflux disorder, a disorder that causes heartburn symptoms which can worsen at night.
REM Behavior Disorder a condition that can cause someone to act out vivid or even violent dreams during rapid eye movement stage sleep.
Nightmares/Night Terrors dreams or partial waking from sleep characterized by behaviors such as sleepwalking, screaming, kicking and thrashing.
Jet Lag a form of circadian rhythm disorder most commonly caused by rapid long-distance east-west travel.
Central Sleep Apnea causes the brains respiratory control centers to become imbalanced during sleep, affecting the rate of respiration.
Cheyne-Stokes Respiration also known as periodic breathing and characterized by an abnormal pattern of breathing during sleep.
Sleep Deprivation also called insufficient sleep syndrome, a condition that occurs when someone habitually fails to obtain sufficient sleep.
