- Medical Weight LossMost snoring probably is not associated with health concerns, but is a problem that snorers and their loved ones would like to resolved. Simple treatment include weight loss, avoidance of alcohol or sleep aids that relax muscles, treatment of nasal congestion or allergies, or the use of over the counter devices such as tape strips that help open your nasal passages. Every spouse of snorer can tell you that sleeping on your side also reduces likelihood of snoring. Some people can sleep on their sides at will; others might want to try using an old tennis ball sewn into the center of the back of a T-shirt, which reminds the sleeper to roll over whenever he is on his back. Oral appliances, usually fit by a dentist, may be helpful. Finally, a variety of surgical procedures provided by ENT specialist can provide a long-term solution to the problem of snoring.
- Sleep DisordersThe Sleep Disorders Center of Connecticut is a state-of-the art center for Sleep Medicine specializing in the evaluation and treatment of a full range of sleep disorders in adults and children.
- Internal MedicineDr. Nina Konstantinova completed her residency in Internal Medicine from Jamaica Hospital in New York. She completed her fellowship in Sleep Medicine from Sleep Disorders Institute in New York. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine and has been working as Medical Director for Sleep Disorders Center of Connecticut since 2007. Dr. Konstantinova has extensive experience in treating all aspects of sleep disorders in adult as well children.
- Insomnia
- HypothyroidismRisk factor for snoring include: obesity, hypothyroidism, and tobacco use. Some people are born with small or narrow airway, while others have conditions that interfere with normal breathing. In either case, snoring is more likely to occur. Snoring can also arise from sleep deprivation, with common cold or allergies, when sleeping on one’s back or as a result of the use of alcohol or certain sleeping pills.
- RadiologyRose Antoine, MSN,RN,BSN,CCRN has been rendering excellent medical services to the patients and family members since 2003. She has expertise in the field of Pulmonary Care, Neonatal, MICU,SICU, Radiology and now Sleep Medicine. She truly believes and highly focused in genuine medical care and concerns for the patients and family members.
- Allergies