Sleep and Its Disorders Vol. 1 : What You Should Know

by Hooper, Robert G., M.D.; Mulera, Melissa

• ISBN13: 9780970002648
• ISBN10: 0970002645
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-01-01
• Publisher: Just Peachy Pr

Summary

Over the last twenty years the field of sleep medicine has grown rapidly, as has the understanding and ability to treat disorders. This book's time has come. Sleep and Its Disorders: What You Should Know, by pulmonary physician and sleep medicine specialist Robert G. Hooper, M.D., is an excellent primer for anyone who needs a good night's REST -- basically all of us -- and should be on the bookshelf of every health care professional.

Author Biography

Robert G. Hooper, M.D., is a physician specializing in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine since 1974.

Table of Contents

List of Tables and Figures	p. x
Preface	p. xi
Introduction	p. 1
Sleep and Its Evaluation
Normal Sleep	p. 5
Why Do We Sleep?
Normal Sleep
How Long Do We Sleep?
When Do We Sleep?
The Stages of Sleep
Sleep and Its Evaluation	p. 15
Evaluation of Sleep Problems
Sleep History
Sleep Study (Polysomnogram)
Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT)
Miscellaneous Procedures
Types of Sleep Problems
Classification of Sleep Disorders	p. 29
Too Little Sleep (Insomnia)	p. 33
Excessive Sleepiness	p. 39
Sleeping at the Wrong Time	p. 45
Unusual Movements During Sleep	p. 51
Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Sleep Apnea - What is it?	p. 59
Introduction to Sleep Apnea
Anatomy and Physiology of Sleep Apnea
Breathing Problems During Sleep
Sleep Apnea Syndrome - The Disease	p. 73
Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Symptoms of Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Signs of Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Causes of Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Complications of Untreated Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Tests Used for Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Temporary Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Positional Sleep Apnea Problems
Treatment of Sleep Apnea Syndrome	p. 89
Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Treatment of Specific Conditions
Treatment of Idiopathic Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Medications and Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Devices
Positional Therapy
Dental Appliances
Nasal CPAP
Questions and Problems with Nasal CPAP
Surgical Treatment of Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Your Treatment - Putting It Together
Common Sleep Problems and Disorders
Sleep Habits and Their Problems	p. 109
Timing Sleep
Sleeping Environment
Activities and Sleep
Pre-Sleep Ritual
Food and Drugs
Insomnia	p. 117
Causes of Insomnia
Psychophysiologic Insomnia
Chronic Insomnia
Treatment of Chronic Insomnia
Common Sleep Problems and Disorders
Narcolepsy	p. 127
Symptoms
Causes
Diagnosis
Treatment
Legs and Sleep - Periodic Limb Movements	p. 135
Leg Cramps
Restless Legs
Periodic Limb Movements (Myoclonus)
Jet Lag	p. 139
Sleep and the Circadian Rhythm
Travel and Sleep
Compensating for Time Zone Changes
Appendices
How To Sleep Well	p. 149
Epworth Sleepiness Scale	p. 151
Sleep Diary	p. 153
Recommended Readings	p. 159
Web Sites	p. 160
Organizations	p. 161
Glossary	p. 163
Index	p. 173
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