FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts. You might have sleep apnea if you snore loudly and feel tired even after a full night's sleep. The main types of sleep apnea are obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea.

A sleep study is a test that records data about you while you sleep to help doctors diagnose sleep disorders such as sleep apnea.

Good sleep is essential for physical, emotional, and mental health. It impacts nearly every aspect of the body, affecting the brain, heart, lungs, metabolism, mood, and immune system.

Some common sleep disorders include insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy, and REM behaviour disorder.

Sleep apnea can be treated with lifestyle changes such as losing weight or quitting smoking, using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine to keep the airway open during sleep, or surgery to remove excess tissue from the throat.

A typical sleep study lasts for about a night.

Yes. You can. We aim to ensure your sleep environment is comfortable, leading to more accurate results.

You should wear comfortable clothing to a sleep study, such as pyjamas or loose-fitting clothes.

Our extensive and advanced sleep study test includes all the meals as well. So, ideally, we will take care of all your food requirements.

To prepare for a sleep study, follow your routine as much as possible and avoid napping during the day. You should also avoid caffeine and alcohol before the test.

During a sleep study, sensors are attached to your body to record data such as brain activity, eye movements, heart rate, and breathing while you sleep.

The results of your sleep study will be analysed by a doctor who will then provide you with a diagnosis and treatment plan if necessary.

Absolutely. You can freshen up at our Sleep Study Centre and go to work or follow your regular routine without any change.

You should check with your insurance company to see if they cover the cost of a sleep study.

The cost of a sleep study varies depending on factors such as location and type of test.

Yes, some types of sleep studies can be done at home using portable monitoring equipment.

Insomnia is difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep even when you have the opportunity to do so.

Insomnia can be treated with lifestyle changes such as establishing regular bedtimes and wake times or avoiding caffeine and alcohol before bed, cognitive-behavioural therapy, or medication.

Restless leg syndrome is a condition that causes an irresistible urge to move your legs, often accompanied by uncomfortable sensations in the legs.

Restless leg syndrome can be treated with lifestyle changes such as regular exercise or avoiding caffeine and alcohol, medication, or iron supplements if iron deficiency is present.

Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder that affects the brain's ability to regulate the normal cycle of wakefulness and drowsiness, resulting in excessive daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of muscle weakness known as cataplexy.

Narcolepsy can be treated with medication to improve alertness during the day and suppress cataplexy; scheduled naps; or lifestyle changes such as regular exercise or avoiding caffeine and alcohol.

REM behaviour disorder is when people physically act out their dreams during the REM (rapid eye movement) stage of their sleep.

REM behaviour disorder can be treated with medication to suppress muscle activity during sleep or lifestyle changes such as avoiding caffeine and alcohol.

Some tips for better sleep hygiene include establishing regular bedtimes and wake times; creating a comfortable sleep environment; avoiding caffeine, alcohol, and large meals before bed; and engaging in regular exercise.

You can improve your sleep environment by keeping the room cool, dark, and quiet, using a comfortable mattress and pillows, and minimising noise and light disruptions.

Yes, regular exercise can improve sleep quality by reducing stress and promoting relaxation but exercising before bedtime can affect your sleep.

Yes, diet can affect sleep quality. Eating a balanced diet and avoiding large meals, caffeine, and alcohol before bed can improve sleep quality.

Yes, stress can affect sleep quality by making it difficult to fall or stay asleep. Managing stress through relaxation techniques or therapy can improve sleep quality.

Yes, some medications can affect sleep quality by causing drowsiness or insomnia as side effects. If you are experiencing difficulty sleeping while taking medication, you should speak with your doctor about potential alternatives.