FAQs

Occasionally it may take patients a little longer to get to sleep since you are not in your normal environment. However, sleeping in a different environment will not prevent the diagnosis of a significant sleep disorder, should you have one. Relax and don't worry about your study. We will make sure that you feel comfortable and we are confident that you WILL get enough sleep to provide the necessary information about your sleep. Just don't take any naps or consume excessive amounts of caffeinated beverages on the day of your study.

Sleep is a state of reversible unconsciousness and we all have amnesia when we are sleeping. Once asleep, you could be anywhere and we would obtain the information needed to assess your sleep.

The wires and connections that you will have are small and light. They will not make you uncomfortable. You will be able to move and turn like you normally would at home. As a matter of fact, we prefer that you sleep in whatever position is normal for you. Most patients tell us they are surprised at how well they have slept during their study.

You are welcome to bring any sleep items or aids that you regularly use in order to help you have a restful night. Please let our staff know how we can assist in making you comfortable.

You will be able to easily notify your sleep technician of your need to use the bathroom. It just takes a few seconds to temporarily disconnect your leads and then reconnect them.

We will prepare you for your study by attaching your leads and positioning our equipment. After we have finished your preparation, you will be able to relax in the privacy of your comfortable room. You are not expected to fall asleep right away. You are free to choose between watching television, listening to music, or reading until your study begins. We recognize that you have a usual bedtime and we will help you achieve sleep as naturally as possible.

We will not supply any sleep aids or hypnotic medications while you are here for your study. Should you require any medication to help with your sleep, you will need to bring that medication with you for your study. Our sleep technicians will want to know the names, dosages and your schedule for any of your usual sleep medication.

For your safety and convenience, we ask that you remain at Boston SleepCare Center until the end of the night's testing period before leaving our premises. Should your test conclude early, we will do all that we can to maximize your comfort until the conclusion of the study period.

Most studies usually end between 6-6:30AM.