From sleep apnea and insomnia to restless leg syndrome and narcolepsy — our board-certified sleep specialists diagnose and treat the full range of sleep disorders for adults and children.
Most people have a bad night here and there. But if you've had trouble sleeping for four to six weeks or more, something deeper may be going on. Sleep disorders are real medical conditions — and they're very treatable when caught early.
At CoxHealth's Sleep Disorders Center, our team includes board-certified sleep medicine specialists. We use proven tests and treatments to help patients of all ages sleep better and feel better every day.
A pause in breathing lasting 10+ seconds, often accompanied by snoring, gasping, and daytime fatigue. Affects an estimated 18 million Americans.
When to seek care: loud snoring, morning headaches, excessive daytime sleepiness
Difficulty falling or staying asleep affecting 60+ million Americans. Causes daytime fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and mood disruption.
When to seek care: sleep trouble lasting more than 4–6 weeks
An uncomfortable urge to move the legs, worst at rest or bedtime. Can make it difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep.
When to seek care: nightly symptoms that disrupt sleep or daily activities
A neurological disorder causing excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks, sometimes accompanied by muscle weakness (cataplexy).
When to seek care: falling asleep uncontrollably during daily activities
Involuntary leg (and sometimes arm) movements during sleep, occurring in clusters and disrupting sleep quality.
When to seek care: partner reports repetitive limb movements; daytime fatigue
Disruptions to the body's internal clock — including shift work disorder, delayed sleep phase, and jet lag disorder.
When to seek care: unable to sleep or stay awake at socially required times
Sleep is when your brain and body repair themselves. Without enough quality sleep, your risk of serious health problems — like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes — goes up. People with untreated sleep apnea are two to five times more likely to be involved in a car accident than those without it. Untreated sleep apnea has a 10-year mortality risk and can raise the chance of a heart attack or death by 30%.
The good news? Most sleep disorders are very treatable. A CPAP device, Inspire® therapy, lifestyle changes, or a simple sleep hygiene plan can make a life-changing difference.
If you are experiencing symptoms, you should:
Struggling with CPAP? CoxHealth now offers Inspire therapy, a mask-free sleep apnea treatment that helps you breathe and sleep better.
Pregnancy, menopause, depression and your menstrual cycle can all affect your sleep cycle. Learn more about these issues, and what you can do to help yourself sleep well.
At the CoxHealth Sleep Disorders Center, our goal is to help children of all ages get a good night’s rest, tonight and every night. Find out how we can help your child sleep better.