Updates in Sleep Management

This website will host information to assist with overall management and care of Sleep Related Diseases.

On the Linn Equations page there is 2 different predictors for CPAP therapy based on patient BMI, Neck Circumference and AHI from recent sleep study. These equations help to "dial in a patients pressure that may be over adjusted when in auto-CPAP settings. This also helps to adjust if patients do not have a titration study and initial setup of a device.

For patients whom work various shift related jobs there is an information graphic that can be downloaded for home reference and how to manage the significant sleep disruption and fatigue associated with these job types.

For people whom travel I have attached a site to help with sleep scheduling prior to a trip, that does include melatonin scheduling if you wish to add this to your treatment plan.

Also there are posted several recent articles related to sleep topics for quick access and review.

I love sleep. My life has the tendency to fall apart when I’m awake, you know? ~ Ernest Hemingway

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