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How to Read (and Understand) Your Sleep Study Test Results

How to Read (and Understand) Your Sleep Study Test Results

Home sleep study test results may contain a variety of different information, including a patient’s symptoms and clinical history, current medications, and vitals (height and weight). If your sleep study provider is like SleepSomatics and is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, then your results should also contain an overview of the diagnostic testing protocols utilized in your sleep apnea evaluation. Here’s a plain language overview of your sleep study test results, how to review your doctor’s diagnosis and recommendations, and what to do now that the sleep apnea testing is completed.

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What if I can't fall asleep during my sleep study?

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What if I can't fall asleep during my sleep study?

Home sleep apnea testing is a safe alternative to the traditional in-lab sleep study performed at a sleep center or hospital sleep lab. “What if I can’t fall asleep during my sleep study?” is the most common concern patients have about sleep testing at-home or in-lab. Here’s how to avoid the two sleep study mistakes that can prevent you from falling asleep during your sleep study, potentially saving you money in repeat sleep test fees that are often not covered by your health insurance.

SleepSomatics Patient Review: Five of Five Stars (Brooke R., Austin, TX)

SleepSomatics Patient Review: Five of Five Stars (Brooke R., Austin, TX)

“The no-contact sleep study provided by SleepSomatics to my husband was perfect for our needs. They provided safe, accurate, thorough testing at home and were super fast and easy to work with.”

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The 4 Common American Habits that Prevent Quality Sleep

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The 4 Common American Habits that Prevent Quality Sleep

There is significant research on the relationship between poor sleep and compromised immunity. Sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea can fragment the sleep architecture, leaving a person feeling tired and fatigued during the day as well as leaving the person vulnerable to infections, viruses, and bacteria. There are also environmental and behavioral factors that can worsen your sleep, increasing your risk for illness.

5 Star Google Review - Erin W.

5 Star Google Review - Erin W.

“Josh especially took extra time and care to really explain general sleep issues and concerns to me plus what they'd be looking for from the test and ways to move forward. He also was great at suggesting what test to move forward with and then explaining the results to me.”

SleepSomatics Patient Review: Five of Five Stars (Vincent C., Austin, TX)

SleepSomatics Patient Review: Five of Five Stars (Vincent C., Austin, TX)

"I had a great overall experience. SleepSomatics did all the hard work for me ... taking the time to give me clear instructions and then feedback on the ... results. I felt cared for and valued as a customer ... Highly recommend!"

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Mandating Commercial Motor Vehicle CDL Obstructive Sleep Apnea Testing

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Mandating Commercial Motor Vehicle CDL Obstructive Sleep Apnea Testing

The most effective way to reduce automobile fatalities caused by sleep deprivation are to mandate screening of all CMV operators for obstructive sleep apnea, enact verifiable sleep testing protocols for these screenings, and enforce nationwide compliance for all commercial drivers’ license medical examiners. 

This article is an opinion essay by a SleepSomatics clinician. The views expressed do not necessarily represent the views of SleepSomatics.