How Are Sleep Studies Performed?
A. When you arrive at the Sleep Center, you will be taken directly to your room so that you can familiarize yourself with the room and prepare for bed. Our technician will then attach monitoring electrodes to various locations on your head, chest, and legs. The term “electrode” simply means a small disk made of silver, gold or tin that is taped or glued to the skin and is easily removed – NO electric current or shock will occur through the electrodes, they simply monitor your body’s vital signs. You will go to sleep naturally – we will not administer any sleep-inducing medications. All of your routine medications should be taken as you would on any other day.
