Sleep Laboratory Zurich – Competence Center for Sleep Disorders
At the Sleep Laboratory Zurich, your restful sleep is our priority: together, we identify the causes of your sleep problems – or confirm that everything is in fact fine – and support you on your way to healthy, restorative sleep.
One in three people in Switzerland suffers from sleep disorders. Whether it’s lying awake for hours, frequent awakenings, nighttime breathing pauses, or morning fatigue – sleep problems impair our health, performance, and joy in life.
Let us counteract this together: in the heart of picturesque Zurich, we investigate the causes of your complaints and develop solutions that fit you and your everyday life.
A tour of the clinic
Precise polysomnography in a welcoming atmosphere
Our specialists provide comprehensive care in the form of diagnostics, counseling, and therapy – guiding you towards better sleep. Our ambition is to combine medical excellence with a warm and inviting environment, which is why you stay in a cozy private room at an upscale 4-star hotel standard during your sleep study.
Your overnight stay begins with admission around 9–10 p.m. followed by a medical consultation, during which we introduce you to the equipment and the sleep lab itself. If you have some waiting time, you are welcome to relax in your room or unwind on the small garden terrace.
When you are ready for the night, the required electrodes are applied to record your sleep parameters. Using state-of-the-art technology, your sleep is monitored unobtrusively in the background. Our equipment is deliberately designed to disturb your sleep as little as possible, allowing you to rest peacefully despite the measurements.
Afterwards, our sleep specialists analyze your data and discuss the results with you. Based on these findings, we work with you to develop a treatment plan for prompt and sustainable improvement.
A place where you can truly rest
Polysomnography aims to reflect your sleep at home as authentically as possible – which is why we want you to feel at ease in our sleep lab. You will spend the night in a bright, comfortably furnished private room designed with friendly colors.
To ensure your comfort, each room is equipped with a small kitchenette and a private bathroom, allowing you to follow your usual bedtime routine. In the morning, you wake up with a view of the clinic’s artistically landscaped garden with its fountain – a place of peace and relaxation.
Frequently asked questions about the Sleep Laboratory Zurich
When is it advisable to go to a sleep lab?
If you regularly sleep poorly, feel unusually tired during the day, snore heavily, or notice breathing pauses, a sleep lab assessment can reveal causes and any underlying conditions. It is also recommended if there is suspicion of sleep apnea, chronic insomnia, or unexplained fatigue. Equally, it can be valuable if you simply want reassurance that your sleep is healthy. This provides important insights for your long-term health and performance.
What does a night in the sleep lab involve?
While you sleep, various body functions – such as breathing, heart rate, brain activity, and movement – are recorded. This enables our specialists to pinpoint what is disrupting your sleep.
Do patients stay in private rooms?
Yes. At the Sleep Laboratory Zurich, you spend the night in a comfortable private room with its own bathroom, ensuring both relaxation and the quiet needed for reliable results.
What should I bring with me?
Bring whatever helps you feel comfortable at night: pajamas, toothbrush, perhaps your favorite pillow or a book. Please also bring any medications you take regularly.
Comprehensive diagnostics and counseling in Zurich
Our sleep – our life source
While we sleep, our cells regenerate, the immune system strengthens, and the brain processes experiences. Sleep is not a luxury, but a vital foundation for health and well-being. Poor sleep quickly shows its consequences: fatigue, irritability, concentration problems, and even serious physical conditions become everyday companions, while the risks for cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders, and psychological stress increase.
That’s why we recommend addressing sleep problems even in their early stages. Often, small lifestyle adjustments already help to alleviate symptoms and support body and mind towards restorative sleep.
Focus areas of investigation at the Sleep Laboratory Zurich
The cornerstone of effective therapy lies in understanding the cause. That is why our work at the Sleep Laboratory Zurich is centered on comprehensive diagnostics. Our main areas of investigation include:
- Teeth grinding (bruxism)
- Sleep–wake rhythm disorders
- Loud snoring
- Blood oxygen saturation
- Nighttime leg movements (restless legs syndrome)
- Sleep-related breathing disorders and apneas
- Sleepwalking and nightmares
- Nocturnal epileptic events
- Difficulties with falling or staying asleep
Using modern, precise measurement technology, we obtain a detailed picture of your sleep quality, symptoms, and any related conditions. This enables us to identify the exact causes of your problems. Afterwards, we discuss possible treatment options with you and develop a therapy plan that makes you feel confident and supported.
Do your sleep problems affect your quality of life? Let’s find a solution together. Book your appointment today – and look forward to finally sleeping well again.
