We here at Neuros work hard to create content to help both medical providers and the general public. Our team has taken a keen interest in sleep and working with sleep physicians have created a SLEEP TEST that is intended to help create awareness and insight to your sleep disorder. Our SLEEP TEST is a […]
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it’s crucial to understand how CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) and BiPAP (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure) devices may contribute to the spread of respiratory viruses, including coronavirus. These devices can generate aerosols, which may increase the risk of transmission, especially if you are unknowingly carrying the virus. Here are some […]
Sleep is a complex neurobiological process that is controlled by excitatory and inhibitory neurotrasmitters/hormones EXCITATORY (AWAKE) – TURN ON INHIBITORY (ASLEEP) – TURN OFF Energizing, Motivating and Provides Focus & Alertness Calming, Relaxing, Slowing down & Sleep inducing Norepinephrine Gabapentin Epinephrine Adenosine Cortisol Nitric Oxide Orexin Melatonin Acetylcholine Serotonin Glutamate Glycine Histamine Dopamine References:1. J […]
As a child, I remember my mom giving us warm milk before bedtime. Sometimes it would turn into a treat, mixed with chocolate powder. I wasn’t particularly fond of drinking milk, but I was always told it would help me sleep better. Fast forward to today, as a sleep physician, I frequently get asked: Does […]
As it is important that you use your CPAP/BiPAP machines daily to help you breathe better at night, it is also important to keep them clean. Regularly cleaning the equipment helps remove oils from the mask and helps it fit comfortably and stay in place. Cleaning the humidifier helps prevent growth of mold and fungus. […]
Epworth Sleepiness Scale is a subjective sleepiness scale that helps one gauge their level of sleepiness during the day. It helps providers realize that there is an underlying sleep issue that most likely needs to be addressed. SITUATION NO CHANCE MILD CHANCE MOD CHANCE HIGH CHANCE Sitting & Reading 0 1 2 3 Watching TV […]
What Is Sleep — and Why Does It Matter? Sleep is a fundamental biological process, not a passive state of “switching off.” Humans spend nearly one-third of their lives asleep, and during that time the brain and body remain highly active. Sleep supports brain function, physical repair, metabolic regulation, immune health, and emotional stability. In […]
