One drawback of staying indoors due to quarantine restrictions is irregular sleep cycles. Since there’s less separation for your work-life balance, some people can feel more fatigued even though they’re not physically traveling from one place to another. This can lead to several different side-effects, such as irritability and difficulty concentrating. Although these symptoms can [...]
There is nothing more alarming, disruptive, and inconvenient than having a sleep problem. Not only does this make you always exhausted and fatigued when you wake up each day, but it will also significantly deteriorate your health and impair the overall quality of your life. When you’re faced with this problem, it’s a good idea [...]
Do you experience a lot of nights where you couldn’t fall asleep, or if you did manage to fall asleep, you wake up in the morning feeling still feeling tired? Getting enough quality sleep every day is critically important to your health. If you think you’re not getting any and it’s disrupting the quality of [...]
Sleep studies can be unnerving, even if you are taking one in your own bed. One thing that people worry about is, what if I can't sleep during a sleep study? After all the time and preparation, the last thing you want is to have a bought of insomnia. Next are some tips to help [...]
So you’ve decided to get a sleep study done, but are curious how we go about doing it. Sleep tests are done either at home or at our sleep center. This article will detail what you should expect whether you do your test at home or at Jacksonville Sleep Center. What to Expect with Home [...]
Snoring is the harsh sound that comes when air flows through the tissues of one's throat, causing the tissues to vibrate and make noise. Snoring itself is usually harmless, and nearly everyone does it every once in a while. However, snoring can also be an indication of a number of serious health conditions. Whether this [...]
Sleep deprivation affects more than just your energy levels. Along with tiring you out, it can also impair your brain function. Your thinking processes and even your memory can deteriorate if you consistently don’t get enough sleep. Conversely, getting enough sleep is crucial for maintaining optimal brain function. In this article, we will explain how [...]
If you’re having trouble sleeping and wonder why you wake up in the middle of the night, contacting a sleep specialist for a sleep study in Jacksonville may be in order. You might have a sleep disorder, which could have serious and detrimental effects on your overall health. Early diagnosis and treatment can address the [...]
Many people are intimidated by the idea of a sleep study. They picture themselves in a cold, sparse room with sensors attached all over their bodies. In reality, sleep testing can be a very comfortable experience. At Jacksonville Sleep Center, we make sure our patients are as comfortable as possible so that we can get [...]
What is Sleep Paralysis? Sleep paralysis can be a terrifying experience. This form of parasomnia causes the temporary inability to move or speak while falling asleep or waking up. The person essentially loses the ability to move his or her muscles during an episode. Dr. Nassar, a sleep specialist in Jacksonville, can help determine if [...]
