Sleep Neurology
Maintaining a consistent, restful sleep schedule is essential to your overall health. ARC Neurology offers non-surgical sleep neurology care for patients 18 and older and focuses on delivering personalized care to restore and support your sleep.
Our neurologic sleep medicine specialists diagnose and treat an extensive range of sleep conditions including sleep apnea, hypersomnia, parasomnia, circadian disorders, and insomnia.
Meet our sleep neurology specialist
With over 15 years of experience diagnosing and treating sleep-related conditions, Dr. Darnall works closely with you to determine a safe and effective medical approach to improve your sleep and well-being.
Christopher K. Darnall, MD
Board Certified in Sleep Medicine
Fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology and Sleep Medicine
Thorough evaluation and personalized treatment
Our sleep neurology team first conducts a comprehensive evaluation of your medical history and sleep patterns to diagnose your condition accurately. When appropriate, our specialists order an at-home or in-lab sleep study to better understand the underlying cause of your symptoms.
After confirming your diagnosis, our sleep neurology experts develop a personalized treatment plan designed to improve your sleep quality and consistency. Our care team may combine prescription medication and behavioral adjustments to support your unique needs.
Services
- Diagnostic Sleep Testing and Interpretation
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Diagnostic Sleep Testing and Interpretation
ARC sleep neurologists order and interpret diagnostic sleep studies, including polysomnography, multiple sleep latency tests, and home sleep tests.
- Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
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Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
ARC sleep neurologists provide care for a variety of sleep disorders, including obstructive and central sleep apnea, narcolepsy, idiopathic hypersomnia, parasomnia, REM sleep behavior disorder, sleep terrors, sleepwalking, restless legs syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder, circadian rhythm disorders, and insomnia.
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Conditions
- Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorder
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Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorder
Circadian sleep disorders occur when your natural sleep-wake cycles are disrupted.
- Hypersomnia
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Hypersomnia
Hypersomnia causes excessive sleep and/or sleepiness during the day, even when you aren't sleep-deprived.
- Insomnia
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Insomnia
Insomnia is when you are having trouble getting to sleep at night, staying asleep, or both.
- Nightmare Disorder
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Nightmare Disorder
Nightmares are unpleasant dreams that often disrupt sleep and can also be made worse by conditions like PTSD.
- Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
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Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
Periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD) is a sleep disorder that involves involuntary and repetitive limb movements, like kicking, during sleep.
- REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
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REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
REM sleep behavior disorder causes you to physically or vocally act out intense dreams during REM sleep.
- Restless Leg Syndrome
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Restless Leg Syndrome
Restless legs syndrome affects the nervous system and muscles, causing unpleasant sensations in the legs.
- Sleep Apnea
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Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a breathing disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep.
- Sleepwalking or Unusual Sleep Behaviors
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Sleepwalking or Unusual Sleep Behaviors
Sleepwalking is a sleep disorder that involves walking while in a deep sleep.
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