AmeriSleep Diagnostics
AmeriSleep Diagnostics is a San Diego, CA-based comprehensive sleep diagnostic clinic that specializes in both in-facility and take home studies.
Our experienced staff of certified sleep technologists, respiratory therapists and support personnel are committed to providing the most accurate and comfortable sleep studies available.
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Phone: 619- 717–8102
Fax: 619-754-2204
Email: Click Here
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday: 9 am – 5 pm
Clinic Hours:
Daily 8pm to 6am
DISCLAIMER
All information contained on this website is intended for informational and educational purposes.
The information is not intended nor suited to be a replacement or substitute for professional medical treatment or for professional medical advice relative to a specific medical question or condition.
LOCATION
4025 Camino Del Rio South,
Suite 103
San Diego, CA 92108
Infographic: The 5 Stages of Sleep
/in Uncategorized/by AmeriSleep DiagnosticsThe 5 Stages of Sleep
/in Uncategorized/by AmeriSleep DiagnosticsWhile asleep, the body moves through a cycle of five different stages: 1, 2, 3, 4 and REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. The sleep cycle lasts an average of 90 minutes and throughout the night, the body goes through this cycle four-six times. Each stage of sleep performs a different restorative function, which is why without a full night of sleep, your body and mind lack the essentials to help you get through the day. Learn about each stage below:
Stage 1: The Lightest Stage
During this phase, you drift in and out of consciousness. Your muscles begin to relax and your brain activity slows down. You still remain somewhat alert and can be easily woken.
Stage 2: Beginning of Sleep
The second stage is also rather light. During this stage, your brain and muscle activity slows down further and your brain produces waves that are called sleep spindles. Your body temperature starts to drop and your heart rate slows down as preparation for deep sleep.
Stages 3 & 4: Slow Wave Sleep
These two stages are deeper stages of sleep. These stages are often the hardest to wake up from and are known as “slow wave sleep” because the brain waves slow to delta waves (extremely slow brain waves). This type of sleep is comprised of the deepest stage of NREM. These phases are extremely rejuvenating to the body.
Stages 5: (REM) Rapid Eye Movement Sleep
Dreaming occurs during this phase. This phase is unlike the previous four phases because the brain is very active while skeletal muscles remain atonic. Your mind energizes itself while your body is immobile. During this phase, your eyes remain closed but move rapidly from side to side. This stage revitalizes the brain to support daytime function.
Article Sources:
https://sleep.org/articles/what-happens-during-sleep/
https://www.sleepassociation.org/about-sleep/stages-of-sleep/
https://www.tuck.com/stages/
http://www.centerforsoundsleep.com/sleep-disorders/stages-of-sleep/
Quality Summertime Shut Eye Tips
/in Sleep Tips/by AmeriSleep DiagnosticsSummer has begun! As temperatures rise, you may find yourself struggling to fall asleep because it’s too hot. The temperature of your sleep environment is crucial to a good night’s sleep. The suggested bedroom temperature for quality sleep is 60-67 degrees (Sleep.org) – due to the fact your body decreases temperature to initiate sleep. So how can you still get quality snooze time in during the hottest months of the year? We’ve put together some tips to help you stay cool and get adequate sleep during the summer.
A few recommendations by the Sleep Council include:
– Remove your duvet and use cotton sheets
– Tie back long hair
– Drink plenty of water
– Chill socks and pillowcase in the refrigerator
For more information on sleep disorders and how to discover quality sleep, please visit www.amerisleepsd.com or contact us at 619-717-8102.