There are different types of sleep studies that are performed here at the Sleep Center. Usually, the first test that is performed is the diagnostic study, which is done to evaluate for a possible sleep disorder. After the evaluation, your physician may refer you for a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) study to determine the ideal pressure settings for a CPAP machine. One other test performed is called a Split Night study, in which both the diagnostic and CPAP treatment is done during the same night if certain criteria are met.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment. Every sleep study procedure monitosr brain waves, heart rate and rhythm, leg movements, breathing and snoring. After you change into your sleeping clothes, the technologist will apply sensors on your body. This process will take about an hour. The technologists will need to apply sensors on your scalp, face, neck, chest and legs. If you have any allergies to tapes or latex, please let the lab know before your appointment. Please make sure to clean your hair before arriving to the sleep center and to remove any clips or accessories that could prevent the technologist from applying the sensors to your scalp. After all the electrodes are in place, you'll be able to move around in your room. In the morning there will be soft paste in your hair and on your head. There is a shower available for you to use in the morning. Please inform the technician when you arrive that you will need to shower in the morning.

We use the sensors to accurately and objectively evaluate the quality of your sleep to determine if you have a possible sleep disorder. After a short time wearing the sensors, most patients adjust to them. The technologists will try to make the process comfortable for you. Please relay any concerns that you have to the technologist.

Once you fall asleep, the technologist will turn off the lights. During the night, both technologists working during that night will be available to assist you if you need help, like needing to go to the restroom. Please note that there is a two-way intercom in each room. This will allow you to communicate with the technicians throughout the night. You'll be woken up around 6:00 AM and it takes about 15-20 minutes to remove the sensors. Please let the technologist know if you would like to wake up earlier.