The Sleep Center at Northern Louisiana Medical Center
401 East Vaughn Avenue
Ruston, La 71270
318-254-2218
Located on the second floor of NLMC, The Sleep Center at Northern Louisiana Medical Center is the only center in Ruston that is Nationally Accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
Left untreated, sleep disorders can cause multiple problems. Sleep disorders can lead to other diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, uncontrolled high blood pressure, & lowered immune system. Excessive sleepiness can lead to accidents, such as falling asleep while driving.
What Are the Signs & Symptoms of Sleep Disorders?
- Snoring
- Gasping or choking during sleep
- Pauses in breathing
- Restless sleep
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Morning headache
- Insomnia
- Sleep walking/talking
- Frequent waking during sleep
- Nightmares
- Violent activity during sleep
- Heartburn at night
Several types of sleep disorders exist. A few examples include the following:
- Insomnia
- Sleep apnea
- Cataplexy
- Narcolepsy
- Seizures
- Night Terrors
- Restless leg syndrome
- REM behavioral disorder
- Sleep-wake schedule disorder
- Shift-work insomnia
For further information about the Sleep Center at NLMC, please call 318-254-2218.