Make an enquiry Back to top Sleep & respiratory disorders We provide comprehensive sleep medicine services including specialist consulting, diagnostic testing and sleep therapy. Why is sleep important? Difficulty sleeping or breathing can result in a poor quality of life, increased morbidity and even mortality. And many sleep disorders are connected to cardiovascular disease (CVD). In 2010 an estimated 1.5 million Australians aged 20 or over had sleep disorders. Poor sleep quality may cause or contribute to CVD, and CVD may perturb sleep. More than 50% of patients with heart failure have sleep abnormalities. We are committed to providing the best possible outcomes and comprehensive access to treatment. Types of sleep disorders What is insomnia and what causes It? What is sleep apnoea and the symptoms? What are sleep movement disorders? What is hypersomnia and narcolepsy? Parasomnias What are the common symptoms of sleep disorders? We all lead busy lives these days so getting enough restful sleep is essential. Sleep disorders can limit the amount and quality of sleep you get. If you have one or more of the following symptoms, it’s possible you may have a sleep disorder. Ask your GP for a referral to your GenesisCare sleep centre and ask about your symptoms. Excessive daytime sleepiness Loud snoring Irritability or mood changes Depression Restless sleep Morning headaches Poor concentration Passing urine frequently Impotence / loss of libido How can I improve my sleep environment? If you find it difficult to get to sleep or stay asleep, it may be because the environment you sleep in in less than ideal. Your GenesisCare sleep medicine team can help you create the best environment for sleeping.Here are some of the important factors in create an ideal sleep environment. Go to sleep at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning Refrain from taking naps during the day Go to bed only when you are drowsy Avoid caffeine within six hours of bedtime Avoid the use of nicotine close to bedtime, during the night but ideally refrain from smoking altogether Avoid alcohol within six hours of bedtime Obtain regular exercise, but avoid strenuous exercise four hours before bedtime Avoid eating a heavy meal late in the day Minimise light, noise and extreme temperatures in the bedroom Follow a routine to help you relax before sleep. Read a book, listen to music, or take a bath Avoid using your bed for anything other than sleep or sex Try making a to-do list before you go to bed. This will prevent “Worry Time” Avoid clock watching If you are unable to fall asleep or stay asleep, leave your bedroom and engage in a quiet activity elsewhere. Do not permit yourself to fall asleep outside the bedroom. Return to bed when – and only when – you are sleepy. Repeat this process as often as necessary throughout the night. Our sleep doctor specialists GenesisCare attracts and retains some of the most experienced doctors in the country. We have an unwavering focus on providing the highest quality patient care. Prof. Roger Allen Prof. Roger Allen Sleep & Respiratory Physician Special clinical interests in sleep apnoea, narcolepsy, periodic leg movement disorder, parasomnias and insomnia. 1 of 7 Previous item in carousel Next item in carousel Keyboard shortcuts Map data ©2021 Google Terms of Use Search for a centre near you Filter by service category Search Read next Treatment What are sleep studies? Condition What is insomnia and what causes It? Page Make an enquiry at GenesisCare Please complete the enquiry form below and we will get back to you – usually within 24 hours... Page News Room – What’s been happening – old Sleep Medicine GenesisCare Who is GenesisCare Take a new look at GenesisCare Safety & quality: Oncology GenesisCare Foundation Website policies Our privacy policy Open Disclosure and Credentialing Policies Contact us COVID-19 Careers Make an enquiry at GenesisCare Refer a patient Contact us Media & Social News Room – What’s been happening