At Home Sleep Study with WatchPAT
WatchPAT (Watch-PAT) is a portable sleep monitoring device that measures various parameters of sleep, including oxygen levels, heart rate, and snoring. It is a non-invasive and convenient way to diagnose sleep disorders in the comfort of your own home.
Why test with WatchPAT?
Testing is simple and convenient and much more comfortable compared to testing in a traditional sleep clinic. Plus! WatchPat is a more affordable option and has been cleared by the FDA.
Watch the video below to learn more about WatchPAT
Could I have a Sleep Disorder?
At some point in our lives, we all have trouble falling asleep, but chronic sleep problems and persistent fatigue may indicate a more serious condition. Many people go undiagnosed; take the risk assessment below to see if you may be at risk for sleep apnea.
Complications from Sleep Apnea
- High blood pressure
- Coronary artery disease
- Weight gain
- Type 2 diabetes
- Heart attack
- Metabolic syndrome
- Strokes
- Complications with medicines and surgery
- Heart failure
- Liver problems
Common Questions
WatchPAT uses Peripheral Arterial Tone (PAT) to measure the patient's sleep parameters. PAT is a measurement of the tone of the arterial walls in the fingers, which is a reflection of the changes in the cardiovascular system that occur during sleep. The device also measures oxygen levels, heart rate, and snoring. The device records data while the patient sleeps, which is later analyzed by our Forum Health Providers.
Patients who suspect they may have a sleep disorder but do not want to be studied overnight in a sleep lab.
Anyone experiencing these commons symptoms of sleep apnea:
- Consistent snoring
- Long pauses in breathing and violent snorts, gasps, or moans during sleep
- Restless sleep
- Morning headaches
- Morning sore throat or dry mouth
- Frequent awakening to urinate
- Memory impairment
- Erectile dysfunction
- Chronic fatigue
- Headaches
- Anxiety and/or Depression
- Drowsiness throughout the day
Patients must be 18 years or older to use WatchPAT.
The testing process with WatchPAT is very simple and straightforward. The patient will wear the device on their wrist and a finger clip on their finger while sleeping. Once the patient has completed the test, they will return the device to their Forum Health provider, who will then analyze the data and provide a diagnosis. The patient should expect to receive their diagnosis within a few days of completing the test.
WatchPAT provides detailed information about patients sleep with a 98% success rate.
