Assessments
Objective sleep assessment, tailored advice
From life-changing injuries to sleep apnoea and long-standing sleep problems – evidence-based assessments that lead to real change.
Actigraphy assessments
Assessments for people who’ve had life-changing injuries
Sleep Unlimited offer assessments to individuals – or alongside partners, parents and carers – to explore aspects of activity, sleep, rest and exercise.
The advice from the assessment is tailored to the individual and based on NICE recommended guidelines on how to treat sleep problems (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for insomnia).
We use actigraphy for the assessment – a watch-like device worn for two weeks, which is non-invasive and collects objective data in the client’s own place of residence.
What the report covers
A clear picture of the full 24 hours
Each report is accompanied by a sleep management plan and visual road map which can be easily followed by the client and their care team.
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Sleep and sleep disturbances
Fatigue levels – in general and around certain activities
Timing of overnight care interventions
Overall activity levels and specific diarised activities
Effectiveness and best timing of interventions
Goal setting and consistency of routines
Used in successful litigation. Our data has been used in successful litigation claims, where objective, empirical data has augmented expert witness testimony.
Not a commercial sleep tracker. Our equipment differs from commercial sleep monitors – see the blog on our resources page for more on their limitations, or ask us for more detail.
Apnoea diagnosis
Sleep Disordered Breathing (Sleep Apnoea)
Sleep Apnoea occurs when someone’s breathing is interrupted during their sleep, often resulting in blood saturation falling and pulse rising. In extreme cases, the individual can stop breathing for up to a minute, causing multiple micro-arousals per hour. The person is unaware that they have woken up, and can be confused as to why they feel so tired.
There are different types of Sleep Apnoea and different treatment options – but with treatment, the individual can reclaim restorative, deep sleep and feel more motivated, less confused and able to function again.
Chronic, untreated Sleep Apnoea can cause significant increases in morbidity and mortality, often leading to hypertension and a number of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.
If you are concerned, please see your GP or contact us for an information pack. Our blog on the resources page takes a more in-depth look at Sleep Apnoea and includes the free STOP-BANG screening questionnaire.
iSleep™ assessments · for individuals
The first step on the journey to better sleep
iSleep assessments are available for individuals and are appropriate if you have issues with your sleep for 3 or more nights a week, and this has been going on for longer than 3 months.
Step 01
Detailed online assessment
We gather everything we need about your sleep, your daily and weekly routine, any medication you take and the impact your sleep issues have on your life. It takes around 30 minutes and is treated in the strictest confidence.
Step 02
Your iSleep workbook
A member of our clinical team analyses your assessment to pinpoint the problem areas. You then receive your iSleep workbook, with a short report on our findings and relevant, tailored advice.
Step 03
Two consultations with a Doctor
Two half-hour consultations with one of our Doctors to go through the findings with you, support you further and talk about onward referral if indicated.
Your report may include
Guidance on seeking medical advice, if an underlying health condition is suspected
Sources of further information
Details of any other treatments or services we feel may help you
For most clients
Many of our clients are able to improve their sleep with the right support and advice from their personalised iSleep workbook.
For some clients
Some clients with more complex and deep-rooted problems may need further specialist treatment – for example where there’s an underlying medical problem, or when someone needs support in another area of their life, such as high levels of stress or emotional difficulties.
What people say
“The Sleep Unlimited information and assessment have changed my life – literally.”
Client
“The reports are easy to understand and help to get the whole team on board.”
Healthcare professional
“The change to my well-being because of sleep routines and quality sleep is nothing short of remarkable.”
Client
Not sure which assessment is right?
Tell us a little about the situation – for a client, a patient or yourself – and we’ll send an information pack and pricing.