Sleep Apnea Testing at Modern Sleep Airway & Orthodontics
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Identifying Sleep Apnea for Better Health
Your symptoms may seem like minor inconveniences or even go unnoticed. However, sleep apnea can lead to much larger issues when left untreated.
These include frequent headaches, memory issues, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating, or serious health concerns like heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.
You should consider sleep apnea testing if you think sleep apnea may be the cause of your exhaustion or snoring.
Take the First Step Towards Treatment
Modern Sleep Airway & Orthodontics can help you get testing from the comfort of your home to ensure sleep apnea doesn’t get in the way of your life any more.
Traditional Sleep Apnea Testing—In-Lab Studies
Sleep studies are used to diagnose disorders, such as sleep apnea.
These studies, known as polysomnography, have historically occurred in a lab setting.
A sleep study might involve a patient spending a night in a lab while doctors monitor their brain activity, oxygen levels, heart rate, breathing patterns, and body movements.
These tests offer a comprehensive view of your sleep habits, making them very effective for diagnosing sleep disorders and determining their severity.
Challenges of In-Lab Sleep Testing
There are drawbacks to in-lab testing even though it is extremely thorough and carried out under medical supervision.
Some patients find sleep difficult in an unfamiliar place, or while being supervised.
This can impact their sleep patterns, so the testing results may not be as accurate as when the patient sleeps at home.
Scheduling and traveling to a sleep center can also be difficult—it may mean finding childcare or pet care for a night while you’re away from home, or taking time off work to complete the testing.
We recognize these challenges and recommend at-home sleep testing as a more comfortable, easier alternative.
At-Home Sleep Apnea Testing
At-home sleep testing lets you complete the sleep study from the comfort of your own home and bed.
This method was designed to make sleep apnea testing more accessible and easy, without disrupting your usual routine.
Our clinic can recommend an at-home sleep test. This state-of-the-art device monitors sleep and breathing patterns throughout the night.
The test provides comprehensive data for accurate assessments without the inconvenience of an overnight lab stay.
At-Home Testing Is Comfortable and Accurate
At-home sleep testing addresses many of the downsides of in-lab testing.
It removes the stress of sleeping in a clinical setting, allowing for more natural sleep and reliable results.
The device is comfortable and easy to use. It gives you a hassle-free experience while receiving accurate results that can be used for a diagnosis.
How to Set Yourself Up for Accurate Sleep Testing at Home
FAQs About Sleep Apnea Testing
How Do I Know if I Need Sleep Apnea Testing?
Testing can help determine if sleep apnea is the culprit if you’ve experienced loud snoring, chronic fatigue, morning headaches, or have been told you choke or gasp for air during sleep.
Is At-Home Testing As Accurate as In-Lab Studies?
At-home testing is just as accurate as in a clinical setting for most patients, especially in mild to moderate sleep apnea cases.
Will I Need an In-Lab Study After an At-Home Test?
At-home tests are very accurate for most people. However, some patients with complex sleep issues may need an in-lab test for further examination.
How Long Does At-Home Sleep Apnea Testing Take?
Most patients complete the test in one night. Afterwards, we work with sleep physicians to receive an accurate diagnosis.
Is the Sleep Testing Device Comfortable To Wear?
Yes, the device is lightweight and designed to be worn comfortably through the night without disturbing you.
Get in Touch
At-home sleep testing could save your sleep and long-term health from major complications.
Contact us to schedule a consultation and see if at-home sleep apnea testing is right for you.