Quality sleep is vital for health, but numerous individuals have as-yet-undiagnosed sleep disorders. This single factor can determine how you can regain a healthier night's sleep and the overall quality of your health. Dr. Jeremy McConnell treats patients with diagnosis and the management of sleep disorders through professional treatments and customized treatments at Bradenton's Florida Sleep Specialists in Bradenton and Sarasota, FL.

Symptoms You Ought to Consult a Sleep Specialist

The occasional sleep disturbance is normal, but persistent disturbance is more likely to reflect a more significant issue. Any of the following being present would have the patient seen by our specialist.

• Difficulty with falling asleep or maintaining sleep with resultant chronic deprivation
• Excessive daytime somnolence, somnolence, or impaired attention
• Loud coughing or gasping noises at night, possibly associated with sleep apnea
• Frequent nightmares or night terrors disrupt sleep
• Restless legs, tingling, or irresistible movement when lying down at night
• Unusual behavior, such as talking when asleep or walking at night
• Waking without feeling refreshed, even after having slept through the night

Prevalent Sleep Disorders Requiring Treatment

Several sleep disorders can interfere with sleep, and our specialist can diagnose as well as treat conditions such as:

• Insomnia - Frequent difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
• Sleep Apnea - Asleep breathing broken, commonly with snoring
• Restless Legs Syndrome - Painful legs with periodic disruptions in sleep
• Narcolepsy - Daytime excessive somnolence with inappropriate onset of sudden sleep
• Parasomnias - Abnormal nighttime movements, e.g., night terrors

How a Sleep Specialist Can Be Helpful

Dr. McConnell employs advanced diagnostic tests, such as sleep studies, to identify the cause of the disorder. Treatments vary depending on the diagnosis but can include changes in lifestyle, medications, treatment for apneic disorder with CPAP therapy, or cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia.

Schedule a Consultation with a Sleep Specialist in Bradenton and Sarasota, FL

If sleep disorders affect daily living, a specialist's professional intervention can be the breakthrough. Dr. Jeremy D. McConnell at Florida Sleep Specialists is proficient at diagnosing and treating all sleep disorders. To schedule an appointment, contact 941-792-8383 or 941-827-0701 today and set the path toward enhanced health and sleep.