Sleep studies and snoring clinic in Coventry

A common sleep disorder we provide treatment for is snoring. Snoring is caused by turbulence inside the airway during inspiration, which is caused by a partial blockage anywhere from the tip of the nose to the vocal chords. During sleep our muscle tone is reduced and there may be insufficient muscle tone to prevent the airway tissue vibrating.

The following may help you reduce your snoring:

• Losing weight if you are overweight
• Not drinking alcohol
• Giving up smoking
• Not sleeping on your back if the snoring is worse in that position.

If you snore loudly and are sleepy during the day you may have obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). The throat relaxes too much during sleep so that it flops shut, stopping breathing (apnoea). After a few seconds your brain detects what is happening and wakes you up so that your throat opens and breathing restarts. Sleep usually quickly returns but then further apnoeas can occur. You may also wake up choking, suffer from morning headaches, memory and concentration problems.

Treatment for OSA

Simple measures may be all that is needed:

• Losing weight if you are overweight
• Not drinking alcohol
• Stopping smoking
• Not sleeping on your back if the snoring is worse in that position
• More severe cases require specific treatment, such as CPAP therapy. A CPAP machine sends air under pressure through a tube into a mask fitted over the nose, where it gives positive pressure to the upper airways
• You may be given a device to wear in your mouth during sleep, which keeps your throat open.

See our treatment options for OSA

When you choose to visit The Meriden for your ENT treatment at The Meriden Hospital, you’ll benefit from: 

• Rapid access to an expert – Certain ear, nose and throat conditions are more easily treated when they’re discovered at the earliest possible stage. If you’re experiencing any symptoms in your ear, nose or throat, it’s reassuring to know that you can be seen by an experienced Consultant ENT Surgeon quickly and easily. By getting a diagnosis earlier, you’ll be able to see the benefits from any treatment sooner. 
• Treatment ASAP – Some minor ENT procedures, such as nasal or throat endoscopy, can often be done on the same day as your initial consultation, meaning fewer hospital visits for you.
• Tailored care – We believe in a bespoke approach to treatment. Your Consultant will tailor treatment to your specific condition and requirements to ensure you get the best results possible. They will oversee every aspect of your care, from initial appointment through to treatment, post-treatment follow-up and discharge, giving excellent continuity of care. 
• Teamwork – Your Consultant ENT Surgeon is supported by a wider healthcare team, including nurses, anaesthetists, oncologists and radiologists. Fast, simple access to any member of this multidisciplinary team means you will always receive help from the most appropriate specialist for your particular needs at all times. 
• Convenient appointments – With ENT appointments available throughout the week, it is very easy to book an appointment for a time that suits your availability. For your convenience, we also offer remote consultations by telephone or video call if required (and where clinically appropriate).

If you are worried about any ear, nose or throat symptoms, why not book a private ENT appointment in Coventry now? We look forward to welcoming you to The Meriden Hospital and helping you to access the support you need without delay.