Durant Sleep Diagnostics

06/11/2021

We are hiring! Durant Sleep Diagnostics is looking to add a new team member to the staff! We are currently searching for a full-time or part-time employee who can fill our polysomnographic technologist role! This role will work under our Medical Director or designees' supervision to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.

06/10/2021

As we all know, exercise can help individuals in all aspects of their lives. However, many people might be hesitant to adopt physical activity into their daily routine because it can be overwhelming. Walking into a gym and being surrounded by machines you have no idea how to work is overwhelming! So, you are not wrong for feeling that way, but introducing physical activity into your daily routine can be simplified!

As we said last week, adopting at least 20 minutes of physical activity each day can help reduce your sleep apnea complications. Knowing this means you don't even have to step foot into a gym if you choose not to; quick and easy exercises you can do at home are just as beneficial! Here is a great article that provides you with some simple exercises you can start doing at home today!

https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/simple-home-workouts #1

06/03/2021

Don't let the fear of being diagnosed with sleep apnea prevent you from receiving the proper care you need; nearly one billion people worldwide have been diagnosed with it! So, you are not alone! But one way to lessen your odds of developing sleep apnea is through physical activity. The Journal of Sleep Medicine reports that even as little as 20 minutes of physical activity each day can lessen one's odds of developing sleep apnea. Also, if you are already diagnosed with sleep apnea adopting physical activity into your daily routine will help you manage your disorder more effectively.

Check out the link to find out more information on how physical activity can benefit you.
https://www.news-medical.net/news/20200623/Increased-physical-activity-associated-with-lower-sleep-apnea-risk.aspx

05/27/2021

For years, research has shown that sleep apnea increases an individual's chances of developing severe diseases like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and depression. With more studies being conducted every year, medical professionals are linking it to others too. Within the last year, a study found that individuals who have had undiagnosed sleep apnea for an extended period develop the same type of protein on the brain that causes Alzheimer's dementia. If you believe you or a loved one has undiagnosed sleep apnea, we encourage you to see your doctor and get a sleep study scheduled. Keep those precious memories for later on in life!

A new study by Monash University has found that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has been linked to an increased risk of dementia.

05/20/2021

Although communities throughout the US are starting to get back to normal, we still do not know the lasting damages COVID-19 has unleashed on the world, and it could be years before we fully understand them. However, scientists and researchers are working hard to find commonalities between individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 to determine how it will affect the body in the future.

In a recent study, researchers identified that survivors are more likely to develop insomnia. Developing insomnia can be detrimental to an individual because sleep is a crucial part of our lives. Not receiving the proper amount of sleep can increase your chances of developing severe diseases in the future. If you have overcome your COVID-19 diagnosis and are having issues falling asleep, we recommend seeing a doctor and having a sleep study scheduled!

Follow the link to learn more about the study:

https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-news/new-research-insomnia-and-covid-19

05/13/2021

Is your spouse preventing you from getting those crucial hours of sleep we all need? Do you believe they could have a sleeping disorder? If so, encourage them to ask their doctor about getting a sleep study scheduled! It could be beneficial for both of you because sleep is essential. We all need it! Jumpstart your journey to better sleep by contacting us today!

05/06/2021

Our staff at Durant Sleep Diagnostics is dedicated to helping you uncover your sleep-related issues and point you in the right direction to getting them solved! We achieve this by using advanced Philips sleep diagnostics systems that produce your results promptly! Start your journey to better sleep! Call 580-924-3903 to speak with a professional today!

04/29/2021

Polysomnogram. What a technical word! You're probably thinking, "That sounds complicated," but it's not! The simple definition is an overnight sleep study! These studies can track different body functions like brain activity, eye movements, heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, body movement, and much more! Our sleep studies can help identify and diagnose you with the sleep disorder causing you to miss out on the comfortable sleep you deserve. Let us help you put a stop to those irritating sleep disturbances. Contact us today!

04/15/2021

Did you know 30 million Americans are diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)!? Not only does OSA negatively affect the amount of sleep an individual receives, but it also increases their chances of developing severe diseases in the future.

04/08/2021

Although narcolepsy is the least common sleep disorder, individuals need to be aware of it because it can severely affect the body. Narcolepsy occurs when an individual experiences an immense amount of drowsiness throughout the day and randomly falls asleep while doing everyday activities. Even though this disorder has no cure, medical professionals have identified lifestyle changes that individuals can adopt to help manage their condition.

04/02/2021

We are hiring! Durant Sleep Diagnostics is looking to add a new team member to the staff! We are currently searching for a full-time or part-time employee who can fill our polysomnographic technologist role! This role will work under our Medical Director or designees' supervision to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Please email us your resume at INFORMATION@breathoflifemedical.com