Sleep UnitAt the Sleep Unit at Hospital Ascires in Valencia, we provide rapid, comprehensive care for sleep disorders such as insomnia and obstructive sleep apnoea.
We perform advanced diagnostic sleep studies to achieve an accurate diagnosis and provide the most appropriate treatment for every patient.
The new Hospital Ascires features dedicated sleep study rooms designed to provide maximum comfort during overnight polysomnography.
Diagnostic tests at the Sleep Unit
Home respiratory polygraphy is used to detect breathing disorders during sleep, particularly obstructive sleep apnoea.
The test is carried out by the patient at home during a normal night’s sleep using a chest belt, pulse oximeter and nasal cannula.
Polysomnography is the gold standard diagnostic test for complex sleep disorders, including restless legs syndrome, sleepwalking, narcolepsy, nocturnal epilepsy and parasomnias.
The test requires an overnight stay in one of our purpose-designed private rooms, created exclusively for sleep monitoring while ensuring maximum patient comfort.
This test measures how quickly a person falls asleep during the day and whether they enter REM sleep.
It is primarily used to diagnose excessive daytime sleepiness and central hypersomnia.
The test consists of monitoring five scheduled naps throughout the day and is carried out at the Ascires Sleep Unit.
When should you visit the Sleep Unit?
At the Sleep Unit, we diagnose and treat a wide range of sleep disorders, including:
The most common symptoms include loud snoring, breathing pauses during sleep, frequent awakenings, excessive daytime sleepiness, persistent tiredness, morning headaches and difficulty concentrating.
If you experience these symptoms, we recommend attending the Ascires Sleep Unit, where one of our specialists will guide you through the diagnostic process.
We recommend visiting the Ascires Sleep Unit if insomnia lasts for more than three weeks, affects your daily performance or is accompanied by anxiety, irritability or persistent fatigue.
Chronic insomnia can be effectively treated and often improves significantly with an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Yes. Menopause is one of the most common causes of sleep disturbances in women over the age of 45–50.
During this stage of life, significant hormonal changes occur, particularly a decline in oestrogen and progesterone levels, which directly affect normal sleep patterns. Many women experience difficulty falling asleep, frequent night-time awakenings or wake feeling unrefreshed.
Hot flushes and night sweats can also disrupt sleep several times during the night, leading to fatigue, irritability and poor concentration during the day.
If sleep problems persist or affect your quality of life, it is advisable to consult a specialist to discuss treatment options and lifestyle measures that may improve your sleep.
Restless legs syndrome is a neurological disorder that causes an irresistible urge to move the legs, particularly in the evening or while resting.
It can make it difficult to fall asleep and may cause repeated awakenings during the night.
Diagnosis is made at the Ascires Sleep Unit through a clinical assessment and, where clinically indicated, a sleep study.
Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder characterised by excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden episodes of falling asleep.
It may also be associated with sudden loss of muscle tone (cataplexy), sleep paralysis and hallucinations when falling asleep or waking up.
Home respiratory polygraphy is usually carried out over one night in the patient’s own home.
The test monitors variables such as breathing, oxygen levels and heart rate to diagnose disorders such as obstructive sleep apnoea.
If the results suggest the presence of a more complex sleep disorder, the specialist may recommend a full polysomnography.
Polysomnography is an overnight sleep study carried out in hospital, during which brain activity and body movements are also monitored, allowing a highly accurate diagnosis.
