Sleep Disorders

Sleep Disorder Treatment and Care From North Medical Your doctor will probably suggest behavioral and environmental changes as first steps of your treatment. In some cases, a physician may recommend additional treatment methods for patients with sleep disorders. These may include: MEDICATIONS RELAXATION THERAPIES BRIGHT LIGHT THERAPY COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT) CONTINUOUS POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESURE (CPAP)

MELATONIN ORAL APPLIANCES SURGERY Schedule an appointment with our sleep specialist: Dr. Sherif El Bayadi MD Suite 3D, Liverpool 315-452-2828 MEDICATIONS (back to top) A number of drugs have been developed to help treat some sleep disorders. They may include over-the-counter or prescription formulations. Always get help from a doctor before using any of these drugs. RELAXATION THERAPIES (back to top) Various techniques are available that can help patients to experience a greater sense of relaxation (e.g., meditation), which may improve sleep. BRIGHT LIGHT THERAPY (back to top) This is used to help treat disorders that result from a problem with the internal clock in your body. Two of these disorders are jet lag and advanced sleep phase. COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT) (back to top) These methods teach you how to change actions or thoughts that hurt your ability to sleep well. They will help you develop habits that promote a healthy pattern of sleep. CONTINUOUS POSITIVE AIRWAY PRESSURE (CPAP) (back to top) This is the most common and effective way to treat obstructive sleep apnea. A steady stream of air blows through a mask and into the back of the throat to keep the airway open. MELATONIN (back to top) As a nutritional supplement, melatonin is most effective in the treatment of certain circadian rhythm sleep disorders. These include jet lag, shift work and delayed sleep phase. ORAL APPLIANCES (back to top) Similar to sports mouth guards, these devices protect your teeth and open the airway as you sleep. They are used to treat bruxism, obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. SURGERY (back to top) A number of surgical options are available to help people who suffer from severe cases of obstructive sleep apnea. Learn more about symptoms and types of sleep disorders Learn more about diagnosis and tests for sleep disorders Learn more about treatment and care available at North Medical Learn more about coping with sleep problems Learn more about helpful resources for sleep support