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Sleep Treatments

Personalized care from our sleep experts

Our sleep specialists provide treatment for sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, sleepwalking and a range of other sleep-related disorders.

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Common treatments for sleep disorders

Medication management and sleep resources

Our sleep specialists are trained to diagnose and treat various sleep-related issues. In some instances, we may prescribe sleep medications to help you manage your condition. We can also provide you with a wealth of sleep resources on good sleep practices and how to improve your sleep habits.

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Adaptive support ventilation (ASV)

The adaptive support ventilation (ASV) device provides positive air pressure (PAP) through your airway while you sleep. ASV machines use real-time monitoring to determine when and how much air you need to breathe correctly when you're asleep. The devices feature a mask that fits over your mouth, nose or both and push air into your lungs for uninterrupted sleep.

Remedē implantable device

Remedē is an implantable device that treats central sleep apnea, a disorder in which your brain can't send signals to muscles that control your breathing. When this device detects apnea, it stimulates a nerve in your diaphragm that facilitates breathing.

If Remedē is not the right fit for you, other ear, nose and throat surgeries could be helpful for your sleep apnea.

Inspire implantable device

Inspire is a is a well-tested, FDA-approved implantable device that is an alternative to a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device for treating obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition where an upper airway obstruction keeps you from breathing properly while you sleep.

The Inspire device is implanted near your collarbone during a quick same-day procedure; you and your doctor will then work to fine-tune your device to ensure the best outcomes. Once implanted, Inspire uses a sensor to send a signal to the tongue when apnea occurs, allowing your airway to open wider without disturbing your sleep.

Inspire does not require wearing a mask while you sleep. The only external piece of Inspire is a small remote control. The device is always with you, whether you are traveling in a plane, camping, or napping on the couch.

Your Novant Health sleep care team can discuss if Inspire is the right sleep apnea treatment for you. Typical candidates for Inspire have:

Moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea
Weight below a certain body mass index (BMI)
Completed a short, outpatient twilight procedure that shows the pattern of airway collapse during sleep

If Inspire is not the right fit for you, other ear, nose and throat surgeries could be helpful for your sleep apnea.

Who treats sleep disorders?

Board-certified sleep specialists

Our board-certified sleep experts specialize in providing treatment for insomnia, sleep apnea and other sleep-related conditions. They'll work with you to diagnose your issue and get you the sleep help you need.

Pediatric sleep medicine

While some sleep specialists at Novant Health treat adult and pediatric patients, some focus exclusively on helping patients under 18 years of age.

Complementary specialists

When seeing a sleep specialist, they may find there are overlapping specialties that can help with your treatment plan. For instance, behavioral health issues like anxiety or depression often coincide with sleep problems. Whatever your situation, we are capable of and committed to helping you find the sleep treatment that's right for you.

What’s the purpose of a sleep study?

If your provider is unable to diagnose your sleep disorder based on information you provide, he or she may refer you for a sleep study, or polysomnography. During these studies you will be monitored overnight while you sleep in a private room at one of our nationally accredited sleep centers.

How does this help me?

During the study, specialist will monitor you breathing, some vital signs and sleep behavior, including:

Airflow
Blood oxygen levels
Brain activity
Breathing efforts
Eye movements
Heart rate
Leg movements
Muscle tone
Sleep duration

Your care team can use the data collected by the study to identify what’s disrupting your sleep so they can begin to design a treatment plan that works for you.

Pediatric Sleep Specialists

Novant Health pediatric sleep specialists focus exclusively on treating patients under age 18. When your child is having trouble sleeping, it can affect many aspects of your lives. Our board-certified pediatric sleep specialists are here to understand your issues and provide you with a customized treatment plan to improve your child’s sleep quality.

Your sleep specialist may recommend a sleep study to help diagnose and treat your child. Children 17 and under can participate in sleep studies when an adult caregiver is present.

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What to Expect During Your Sleep Study

Before the study, your sleep specialist may ask you to avoid caffeine and certain medications. You will be instructed what to wear and what to bring.

When you arrive at the sleep center, you will be given an overview of the process and answers to any questions you may have. Your sleep study will take place in a private room and begins with small sensors being attached to your head and body to monitor brain activity, eye movements, muscle activity, heart rate and breathing. This process is completely pain-free.

You will be able to get settled in bed and the room will be kept dark and quiet for a sleep-friendly environment. During the night, a sleep technologist will monitor your sleep activity and record data from a separate room. You will be able to communicate with your technologist and use the restroom as needed.

Once your sleep study is complete, you should schedule a follow-up visit with your sleep clinic if you don’t already have an appointment scheduled for within about two weeks from your sleep study. Your sleep specialists will discuss the study results with you at this appointment and recommend treatments based on the findings.

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Novant Health MyChart

MyChart is a secure, convenient online tool that lets you manage your healthcare. You can schedule appointments, view test results, refill prescriptions and even have virtual visits with your providers right from your computer or smartphone.