Alaska Sleep Education Center

4 Fallacies About Sleep That You Ought to Know

People often have different thoughts ideas and beliefs about sleep Its time to separate sleep facts from the myths and have the proper information The amount of sleep plays a crucial role in leading a holistic lifestyle Here are the myths that you mustnt believe at any time
Bedtime doesnt count
Actual sleep time is often dependent on obligations as well as age However it would be best if you built on a consistent bedtime routine to get the full benefits of sleep You can start by having a day work and home schedule to handle all chores within the stipulated time Thus you get to solve the sleep pattern problem instead of sleeping hours It would be best if you built a consistent sleep time each day of the week or weekend Its a chance to condition the body to have the right bedtime that matters a lot
Health condition doesnt affect sleep quality
When one gets sick their sleep often gets altered in one way or another The stress of managing a health related condition can also make sleep elusive if you are experiencing any condition including frozen shoulder due to age or a preexisting illness you need to check in with a medic You can look at various facilities including PhysioActive to get the condition rectified Then you can go back to your regular sleep pattern in no time
The body and brain often adapt to less sleep
Many times people often sacrifice their sleep to finish up work a project or care of matters at the home frontier Thus they often result in fewer sleep hours each day However this isnt good for the body as you are most likely to experience sleep deprivation it might also reduce the quality of work performance if you arent careful Less sleep can result in you becoming frustrated tired with life and even gloomy You ought to work on having a well rested body to become more productive always
Snoring is harmless
There are times where you might know someone who snores each time they fall asleep Cartoon husband's snoring keeps wife up.To most they often brush it off and consider it harmless However loud snoring can be an asleep apnea sign You need not take it lightly but consult a sleep expert professional Sleep apnea among other sleep disorders can increase the risk of cardio related illnesses cancer or even diabetes Thus you need not take anything lightly more so when one pauses in breathing while asleep
Theres more to sleep than simply giving the body enough time to rest Its a chance to have a well rested night as your body and mind rejuvenates to conquer another day If you havent been practicing properly its not too late You can start small and build on having the much needed rest that is quite beneficial
Always consult with a doctor one you have any worrisome condition including frozen shoulders Its a chance to get the ideal treatment from experts such as the PhysioActive clinic and lead a fulfilling life Debunking sleep misconceptions is essential in enabling one to enjoy their beautiful rest each night  
How Can I Stop Snoring
If you snore hopefully your partner has let you know youre snoring without dumping a cup of water on you or hitting you with a stack of magazines The good news is now that you know its a problem you can take steps to fix it And believe me your partner will love you for it
According to WebMD there are 7 things you can do to help you stop snoring These range from changing your sleep position losing weight avoiding alcohol before bed etc However if you suffer from sleep apnea no amount of home remedies or tips will help you quit snoring The best thing you can do is visit a sleep specialist to conduct a sleep study According to Carrington College sleep apnea can lead to very serious issues if left untreated
How Do I Know if Snoring is a Sign of a Bigger Problem
 

 
The sleep experts at the Alaska Sleep Clinic understand the health concerns associated with OSA which include headaches the strain on the heart and arrhythmias to name a few

If you live in Alaska and are suffering from snoring or worse OSA request a free 10 minute phone consolation with our sleep experts and schedule a sleep study
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Jennifer Hines
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Brent Fisher, MBA, FACHE, FACMPE
President and Chief Executive Officer

“Alaska Sleep Clinic has a history of providing the most comprehensive sleep medicine services in the state of Alaska. Its potential has only begun. I am here to take these high-quality, comprehensive services to all Alaskans.”

Experience

Brent Fisher has held leadership positions spanning a wide variety of complex and start-up organizations: manufacturing (pharmaceutical & medical device), software development, hospitals (academic and community), medical groups, consulting, hospice, military, engineered devices, engineered plastics, and private equity.

Publications and Organizations

His writings have been published in various magazines, trade journals, and medical journals, including the Physician Executive Journal, Healthcare Executive, Modern Healthcare, Group Practice Journal, New England Journal of Medicine, and Journal of Healthcare Management (Best Article Award).

He has served on the Board of Directors of professional associations, civic organizations, and businesses.

Hobbies and Activities

Brent enjoys being with his family, serving in the community, hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting.