What We Treat
At LVMC’s Sleep Disorder Center, we care for patients experiencing
a wide variety of sleep-related concerns. Sleep disorders can affect your
energy, memory, mood, immune function and long-term health — but
with the right diagnosis and care plan, restful sleep is within reach.
Here are some of the most common conditions we treat:
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): A condition where the airway becomes partially or completely blocked during
sleep, causing loud snoring, gasping and repeated awakenings. OSA is linked
to serious health risks such as heart disease, stroke, and high blood
pressure — but it’s highly treatable with therapies like CPAP
or Inspire®.
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Central Sleep Apnea: Unlike OSA, this form of apnea occurs when the brain doesn’t consistently
send the proper signals to the muscles that control breathing. It’s
often associated with underlying medical conditions or medication use
and requires specialized evaluation and care.
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Insomnia: Trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early and not being
able to fall back asleep. Insomnia may be short-term or chronic and can
be driven by stress, anxiety, pain, or changes in routine.
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Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): A neurological condition marked by an irresistible urge to move your legs
— especially in the evening or at night. RLS can severely impact
your ability to fall and stay asleep.
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Narcolepsy: A chronic condition that affects the brain’s ability to regulate
sleep-wake cycles. It can cause excessive daytime sleepiness, sudden loss
of muscle tone (cataplexy), and disrupted nighttime sleep.
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REM Behavior Disorder: A sleep disorder in which a person physically acts out vivid, often violent
dreams during REM sleep. This condition can be a warning sign of neurodegenerative
disorders and should be evaluated by a sleep specialist.
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Snoring and Nighttime Breathing Issues: While snoring alone may seem harmless, it can be a sign of a more serious
underlying disorder such as sleep apnea. Loud, persistent snoring —
especially with pauses in breathing—should be evaluated through
a sleep study.
Your Rest Matters
Poor sleep doesn’t have to be your normal. Whether you’re struggling
to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling refreshed, our team is
here to help.
Getting to the root of your sleep issue is the first step toward improving
your health and quality of life.
Call
805-737-8700 to schedule a sleep consultation and take the first step toward better rest.
