Polysomnography, also called a sleep study, is a test used to diagnose sleep disorders. Polysomnography records your brain waves, the oxygen level in your blood, heart rate and breathing, as well as eye and leg movements during the study.
High resolution pulse oximetry and cardiopulmonary coupling measurements are very effective methods to analyze sleep quality.
Detecting growth and development issues with the airway at a young age can prevent sleep apnea and the many medical comorbidities associated with sleep apnea.
When of growth and development issues are detected they can be treated with expansion of the airway. Orthodontic treatment or a combination of orthodontic and surgical treatment may be advised.
Orofacial Myology is one key piece in the treatment of sleep apnea. New research available supports the role of Orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea, sleep disordered breathing, ankyloglossia, and temporomandibular joint disorder.