ohio sleep medicine institute patient portal

What to bring to sleep study?

Please bring the following items with you the day of your sleep study: Any medications that you need to take; if you are diabetic bring your glucometer. Be sure that your hair and skin are to be free of lotion, gel, hairspray, or makeup. List of your medications. Loose fitting clothing, preferably 2-piece pajamas.

How does PAP therapy help sleep apnea?

PAP therapy provides air pressure to you through a mask that you wear while you’re sleeping. This air pressure holds open the airway to allow you to sleep without airway blockage. Don’t be discouraged if you do not feel the results right away. It can take several weeks to feel the full benefits. If after a month you still are not feeling the benefits, talk to your provider at your follow-up appointment to discuss possible causes.

Can you sleep with sensors?

It may seem impossible to sleep with sensors attached to you , but most everyone sleeps enough to facilitate a diagnosis.

Can you use a CPAP at night?

Yes. There are a few different types of PAP therapy. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) provides a constant pressure during the night. Most patients will utilize this type of therapy. Patients that are unable to tolerate CPAP may try bi-level positive airway pressure, which provides alternating pressures throughout the night and will benefit patients in need of higher pressures.