A unique opportunity to specialise in a high demand professional field”

With a clear objective to combine scientific evidence and practical use, this Master’s Degree of Sleep Medicine provides a broad, up-to-date and unbeatable programme created by a diverse group of professional experts (doctors, psychologists, biologists, engineers...). These experts contribute their proven experience in the form of explanations and practical examples that are both entertaining and insightful, as well as abundant graphic and audiovisual support, which is absolutely essential in the teaching of this growing discipline.

There is an increasing multidisciplinary interest in Sleep Medicine, a rapidly growing discipline.  Whether approached from a global point of view or from "partial specialisation" depending on the original field of medicine or specific area of interest, it is always vital to have rigorous and up-to-date generic knowledge in all areas.  This Master's Degree more than fulfils this objective from an eminently practical point of view. Its approach sets it apart from many other courses on this very transverse discipline, which are often criticised for being too "descriptive" and "theoretical", and therefore not entirely useful in resolving many situations that arise in clinical management.

In addition, this Master’s Degree has the advantage of being developed in a 100% online format, so students will be in charge of deciding when and where to study, distributing their study hours to suit them, so that they can combine their studying with the rest of their daily commitments.

We offer you a comprehensive Master’s Degree, allowing you to progress in the field of Sleep Medicine. Think no more and enrol with us”

This Master’s Degree in Sleep Medicine contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features of the program include:

• Clinical cases presented by experts. The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Diagnostic and therapeutic innovations in treating patients with digestive diseases
• Presentation of practical workshops on procedures, diagnosis, and treatment techniques
• Algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the presented clinical situations
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Master’s Degree is the best investment you can make when choosing a refresher programme to update your existing knowledge of Sleep Medicine"

The teaching staff includes professionals from the field of medicine, who bring their experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive training experience designed to train students for real-life situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, where the doctor must try to solve different professional practice situations that arise during the course. To do so, the specialist will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in Sleep Medicine.

We offer you an interactive video system which makes it easier for you to study this curse"

Our 100% online training and our original educational methodology allow you to combine your studies with your other daily commitments"

The structure of the syllabus has been designed by a team of professionals with knowledge of the implications of medical preparation, who are aware of the relevance of the up-to-date specialization, and are committed to quality teaching using new educational technologies.

A comprehensive teaching program, structured in well-developed teaching units, oriented towards efficient and swift learning”

Module 1. Previous Fundamental Aspects of Sleep Medicine

1.1. Normal sleep in humans. Functions of sleep  
1.2. Evolution of sleep throughout a lifetime 
1.3. The neurobiology of sleep and wakefulness 
1.4. Neurobiology mechanisms of sleep and wakefulness 
1.5. Chronobiology of the sleep-wake cycle  
1.6. Evolution of circadian system throughout a lifetime 
1.7. Dream activity 
1.8. Commonly used drugs which interfere with sleep
1.9. Sleep Disorders. From the anamnesis to the suspected diagnosis

1.9.1. Introduction. Classification of Sleep Disorders
1.9.2. Anamnesis and basic semiology
1.9.3. Medical History. Sleep diary. Scales and test 
1.9.4. Suspected diagnosis. General tests and sleep specific tests

Module 2. Technical and Organisational Aspects of the Diagnostic Process

2.1. Measurable biological parameters and detection sensors

2.1.1. Types of parameters and their registration methods
2.1.2. Selection of parameters according to diagnostic suspicion
2.1.3. General protocol and the selection of which test to perform

2.2. Simplified systems of registration

2.2.1. Relevance of the simplified systems
2.2.2. Pulse oximetry, actigraphy and activity wristbands
2.2.3. Abbreviated systems and respiratory polygraphy 

2.3. Polysomnography (PSG): The apparatus and signal acquisition
2.4. Polysomnography (PSG): Analysis, Coding and Interpretation (I)

2.4.1. Analysis and coding of the sleep phases in adults. Hypnogram 
2.4.2. Analysis and coding of the sleep phases in childhood
2.4.3. Analysis and coding of cardiac activity

2.5. Polysomnography (PSG): Analysis, Coding and Interpretation (II)

2.5.1. Coding of respiratory events and their interpretation
2.5.2. Analysis and coding of motor events
2.5.3. Analysis of other signs
2.5.4. Joint interpretation and reporting

2.6. Polysomnography (PSG). Indications and extended PSG
2.7. Other sleep and wakefulness tests

2.7.1. Evaluation of tiredness

2.7.1.1. Multiple latency sleep test-TLMS
2.7.1.2. Maintenance of wakefulness test-TMV

2.7.2. Suggested Immobilisation Test (SIT) and variants (mSIT)

2.8. Alternative systems of integrated monitoring

2.8.1. Other ways to address sleep disorders
2.8.2. Wireless systems
2.8.3. Pulse Transit Time (PTT) systems
2.8.5. Microwave movement sensors
2.8.6. Image and sound in sleep studies

2.9. Methods of studying the circadian system
2.10. Automised and advanced analysis of the bioelectric signal

2.10.1. Concepts, preparation and analysis
2.10.2. Analysis of each signal or multichannel
2.10.3. Algorithms for cleaning, artefact detection and detection of specific signals
2.10.4. Learning and classification networks, analytics matching and data mining

2.11. Organisation of a Sleep Unit

2.11.1. From basic units to multidisciplinary units. Local, multidisciplinary and multi-sectoral integration
2.11.2. The patient as a central focus
2.11.3. Sleep nursing
2.11.4. External integration with health services and support units
2.11.5. Supply companies and private activity
2.11.6. Accrediations for centers and people
2.11.7. Innovation and resources. Integration of software, networks and servers. Home-based monitoring systems

Module 3. Insomnia in Adults. Sleep in Adult Psychiatry

3.1. Insomnia: definitions, types, epidemiology and the socio-economic impact
3.2. Etiopathogenesis, assessment and differential diagnosis of chronic insomnia
3.3. Non-pharmacological management of chronic insomnia(I): Locating the problem and its orientation

3.3.1. Basis and importance of a non-pharmacological approach to insomnia
3.3.2. Cognitive-behavioural treatment of insomnia. Conceptual framework
3.3.3. Components of cognitive-behavioural treatment

3.3.3.1. Stimulus control techniques
3.3.3.2. Techniques to reduce the amount of time spent in bed
3.3.3.3. Sleep hygiene rules: environmental and behavioural changes
3.3.3.4. Effective relaxation techniques for insomnia
3.3.3.5. Cognitive techniques applied in managing insomnia

3.3.4. Other possible non-pharmacological approaches:

3.3.4.1. Aromatherapy in sleep problems: myths and truths
3.3.4.2. Music therapy for insomnia
3.3.4.3. Acupuncture for insomnia

3.4. Non-pharmacological management of chronic insomnia(II): Behavioral techniques 

3.4.1. Step-by-Step relaxation technique

3.4.1.1. Relaxation and diaphragm respiration techniques
3.4.1.2. Progressive muscular relaxation training
3.4.1.3. Other techniques: Biofeedback and Mindfulness

3.4.2. Procedure for applying the Cognitive Techniques

3.4.2.1. Negative thoughts and their impact on sleep
3.4.2.2. Cognitive distortions
3.3.2.3. Cognitive reconstructio: debate technique
3.3.2.4. Thought stop
3.3.2.5. Paradoxical intention

3.4.3. Individual vs.group therapy
3.4.4. Health education in the prevention of insomnia
3.4.5. Neurofeedback and insomnia: Basic and applied research

3.5. Pharmalogical treatment for insomnia: options and latest findings

3.5.1. Benzodiazepines (BZD)
3.5.2. Non-benzodiazepine hypnotics ("Z-drugs")
3.5.3. Antidepressive sedatives 
3.5.4. Melatonin and melatonin receptor agonists 
3.5.5. Dual orexin receptor antagonists (DORAs): What does the future hold?
3.5.6. Other drugs useful in treating insomnia 
3.5.7. Supplements and phytotherapy: myths and scientific evidence

3.6. Planning the pharmalogical treatment of insomnia Special Situations:
3.7. Mood disorders and sleep 
3.8. Anxiety disorders and sleep 
3.9. Other psychiatric disorders and sleep

3.9.1. Psychotic Disorders
3.9.2. Eating Disorders
3.9.3. ADHD in adults

3.10. Sleep and addictions 

Module 4. Hypersomnia in Adults. Circadian Rhythm Disorders in Adults

4.1. Initial approach to hypersomnias of central origin

4.1.1. Concepts, definitions and types 
4.1.2. Insufficient sleep syndrome 
4.1.3. Isolated symptoms and variants of normality: long sleeper

4.2.  Narcolepsy (part I) 
4.3.  Narcolepsy (parte II)
4.4.  Idiopathic hypersomnia
4.5.  Recurrent hypersomnia

4.5.1. Kleine Levin syndrome  
4.5.2. Hpersomnia related to menstruation

4.6. Other causes of hypersomnia  
4.7. Chronopathology (I): Endogenous circadian disturbances

4.7.1. Delayed sleep phase syndrome
4.7.2. Advanced sleep phase syndrome 
4.7.3. Hypernictameral or free-course syndrome
4.7.4. Irregular wake-sleep pattern

4.8. Chronopathology (II): External factors in circadian alterations:

4.8.1. Circadian alterations due to shift work patterns 
4.8.2. Circadian disturbance due to fast meridian crossing or jet lag 
4.8.3. Social jet lag

4.9. Phototherapy   
4.10. Other therapeutic methods to regulate the circadian system

4.10.1. Sleep hygiene rules 
4.10.2. Chronotherapy 
4.10.3. Melatonin 
4.10.4. Other Drugs 

Module 5. Sleep Disordered Breathing (RBD): Clinical Aspects in Adults

5.1. Respiratory physiology and pathophysiology during sleep

5.1.1. Introduction
5.1.2. Anatomical factors
5.1.3. Functional factors

5.1.3.1. Upper airway reflexes (UAR). Answers 
5.1.3.2. Degree of sensitivity of the centres to triggering events  
5.1.3.3. Sensitivity of the respiratory centres 

5.1.4. Assessment of features involved in ASV characteristics in SAHS

5.1.4.1. Known features
5.1.4.2. Critical pressure measurement as an expression of ASV collapsibility

5.2. Characteristics of the most typical TRS: breathing sounds, SARVAS, SAHS

5.2.1. Snoring Definition, classification and epidemiology  
5.2.2. Catathrenia
5.2.3. Syndrome of increased upper airway resistance (SARVAS)
5.2.4. Sleep apnoea-hypopnoea syndrome (SAHS)

5.2.4.1. Definition and concept 
5.2.4.2. Prevalence 
5.2.4.3. Risk Factors

5.3. Central Apnoea syndrome
5.4. Non-respiratory comorbidities of SAHS

5.4.1. AHT and cardiovascular risk 
5.4.2. Other comorbidities

5.5. Respiratory comorbidities of SAHS

5.5.1. Acute Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
5.5.2. Asthma
5.5.3. Diffuse interstitial lung disease
5.5.4. Pulmonary Hypertension

5.6. SAHS, obesity and metabolic disturbances: associations and effect of CPAP

5.6.1. SAHS and metabolic syndrome
5.6.2. SAHS and lipid metabolism
5.6.3. SAHS and glucide metabolism

5.7. Hypoventilation-obesity syndrome

5.7.1. Definition, prevalance and epidemiology
5.7.2. Effects of obesity on the respiratory system
5.7.3. Contribution of airway obstruction during sleep to hypercapnia
5.7.4. Clinical features, predictive factors and diagnosis
5.7.5. Treatment

5.8. Diagnosis of SAHS

5.8.1. Polysomnography: “Gold standard” method
5.8.2. Polygraphy and simplified diagnostic methods Indications and decision making
5.8.3. Other complimentary methods

5.9. Treatment of SAHS (I)

5.9.1. Global measures
5.9.2. Positive pressure in the airway CPAP and APAP indication
5.9.3. Adaptation and monitoring of treatment. The age of telemonitoring

5.10. Treatment of SAHS (II)

5.10.1. Treatment with bi-level pressure
5.10.2. Servo ventilation
5.10.3. Other therapeutic options

Module 6. Sleep Disordered Breathing (SRB): Surgery, Dentistry and Functional Rehabilitation in the SAHS

6.1. Functional anatomy and exploration of the airway from surgical and dental perspectives

6.1.1. Exploration of the airway in the otorhinolaryngological practice
6.1.2. Dental and maxilofacial exploration

6.2. Airway imaging tests

6.2.1. Somnoscopy (DISE) in paediatrics and adults
6.2.2. Applied radiology

6.3. Palato-oropharyngeal surgery and treatments

6.3.1. Tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy and pharyngoplasty: concepts and techniques
6.3.2. Lingual frenulum surgery
6.3.3. Soft tissue stiffness augmentation techniques

6.3.3.1. Radiofrequency
6.3.3.2. Sclerosants 
6.3.3.3. Devices

6.3.4. Hypopharyngeal surgery 

6.3.4.1. Surgery of the base of the tongue and epiglottis
6.3.4.2. Other treatment techniques from a cervical approach

6.3.4.2.1 Tongue and hyoid suspension
6.3.4.2.2 Neurostimulation of the hypoglossal nerve
6.3.4.2.3 Tracheostomy

6.3.5. Nasal surgery Optimising adherence to CPAP
6.3.6. Oro-dental sleep medicine (I): mandibular advancement devices in adults
6.3.7. Oro-dental sleep medicine (II): Expanders in children and adults
6.3.8. Maxillary-mandibular advancement and other orthognathic surgery treatments
6.3.9. Myofunctional therapy and respiratory reeducation in the treatment of SHAS
6.3.10. Multilevel and multidisciplinary treatment Conclusions

Module 7. Behavioural and Movement Disorders During Sleep in Adults

7.1. Parasomnias during adult NREM sleep 

7.1.1. Circadian rhythm disorders in adults
7.1.2. Nocturnal eating disorder 
7.1.3. Sexomnia

7.2. REM sleep behaviour disorder (RBD)
7.3. Other sleep disorders or behavioural situations

7.3.1. Other REM parasomnias

7.3.1.1. Nightmare Disorder
7.3.1.2. Isolated sleep paralysis 

7.3.2. Somniloquy   
7.3.3. Explosive head syndrome

7.4. Sleep-wake disassociation  

7.4.1. The concept of sleep-wake disassociation  
7.4.2. Status dissociatus

7.5. Restless leg syndrome (Willis-Ekbom's disease): initial considerations and causal mechanisms

7.5.1. Definitions and myths about the disease: clarifying concepts
7.5.2. Epidemiology
7.5.3. Living with the disease
7.5.4. Pathophysiology

7.6. Restless Leg Syndrome: Etiopathogenic types and clinical aspects

7.6.1. “Primary” and “secondary” disease: Current concepts
7.6.2. Clincal symptoms
7.6.3. Physical, psychological and social consequences

7.7. Restless leg syndrome: diagnostic methods and differential diagnosis

7.7.1. Clinical diagnostic criteria
7.7.2. Complementary methods of diagnostic support
7.7.3. Differential diagnosis

7.8. Treatment of restless leg syndrome

7.8.1. Non-pharmacological methods
7.8.2. Iron treatment Other deficits to consider
7.8.3. The pharmalogical treatment of symptoms

7.8.3.1. General Considerations
7.8.3.2. Dopaminergic drugs
7.8.3.3. Non-dopaminergic drugs

7.8.4. Other treatments

7.9. Other motor disorders related to sleep: limb and/or body activity

7.9.1. Periodic limb movement syndrome during sleep 
7.9.2. Rhythmic movements during sleep
7.9.3. Muscular cramps in the legs during sleep
7.9.4. Hypnogenic foot tremor
7.9.5. Alternating leg muscle activation
7.9.6. Hypnagogic myoclonias
7.9.7. Isolated myoclonias in the head and neck during sleep
7.9.8. Proospinal myoclonias

7.10. Other motor disorders related to sleep: orofacial phenomena

7.10.1. Bruxism during sleep 
7.10.2. Faciomandibular myoclonias

Module 8. Neurological Disorders Related to Sleep in Adults

8.1. Sleep, learning and memory

8.1.1. Short-term and long-term memory consolidation during sleep
8.1.2. Synaptic homeostasis
8.1.3. Hypnotoxins and the glymphatic system during sleep
8.1.4. Aging, memory and sleep

8.2. Processing of information and sleep 

8.2.1. Sensory processing 
8.2.2. Motor control during sleep

8.3. Neurodegeneration and sleep (I): Alzheimer’s disease (AD)

8.3.1. Pathophysiology of AD and the glymphatic system
8.3.2. Circadian disorders in AD
8.3.3. Therapeutic management of sleep disorders in AD

8.4. Neurodegeneration and sleep (II): REM sleep behaviour disorder and alpha-synucleopathies 
8.5. Neurodegeneration and sleep (III): Other degenerative diseases

8.5.1. Sleep disorders in frontotemporal dementia 
8.5.2. Sleep disorders in Huntington’s disease 
8.5.3. Sleep disorders in other neurodegenerative processes

8.6. Neurological autoimmune diseases and sleep disorders

8.6.1. Multiple sclerosis: sleep and fatigue
8.6.2. Other demyelinating diseases and sleep disorders
8.6.3. Autoimmune encephalitis and sleep
8.6.4. Anti-IGLON 5 disease

8.7. Neuromuscular diseases and sleep

8.7.1. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and other motor neuron diseases
8.7.2. Myopathies and sleep disorders

8.8. Headaches and sleep 

8.8.1. Relationship between sleep and headaches
8.8.2. Hypnis headaches 
8.8.3. Migraines and sleep

8.9. Epilepsy and sleep (author: Dr. Asier Gómez Ibañez)
8.10. Other neurological diseases and their relationship with sleep

8.10.1. Cerebrovascular disease and sleep
8.10.2. Head trauma, concussion and sleep
8.10.3. Peripheral nervous system diseases and sleep

Module 9. Sleep-wake Disorders in Childhood

9.1. Organisation and ontogeny of sleep in childhood  

9.1.1. Differential concepts in sleep architecture
9.1.2. Sleep in childhood and adolescence

9.2. Predominant sleep onset difficulties in children

9.2.1. Paediatric insomnia
9.2.2. Delayed sleep phase syndrome
9.2.3. Restless leg syndrome (Willis-Ekbom's disease) in children

9.3. Respiratory disorders during sleep (TRS) in children

9.3.1. Concepts and types of TRS in the childhood
9.3.2. Pathophysiology of TRS in children
9.3.3. Consequences of untreated TRS in children 
9.3.4. Diagnosis of TRS in children 
9.3.5. Treatment of TRS in children

9.4. Parasomnias in the pedriatic age group

9.4.1. Parasomnias of NREM sleep 
9.4.2. Parasomnias of REM sleep

9.5. Rhythmic disorders during sleep: a problem almost exclusively found in pediatric patients 
9.6. Excessive secondary daily tiredness in pediatrics Chronic sleep deprivation 
9.7. Excessive daytime tiredness of primary or central origin: pediatric issues

9.7.1. Narcolepsy
9.7.2. Kleine - Levin syndrome

9.8. Specific pedriatic pathologies and sleep 

9.8.1. Asthma 
9.8.2. Allergies
9.8.3. Celiac Disease 
9.8.4. Childhood diabetes 
9.8.5. Nocturnal gastro-oesophageal reflux in pediatrics
9.8.6. Cystic Fibrosis
9.8.7. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (TDAH)
9.8.8. Autism Spectrum Disorder(TEA)
9.8.9. Prader - Willi Syndrome
9.8.10. Down Syndrome

9.9. Sleep disorder diagnostic techniques in paediatrics

9.9.1. Sleep diary
9.9.2. Pediatric actigraphy 
9.9.3. Pediatric nocturnal video-polysomnography
9.9.4. Multiple latency test en paediatrics

Module 10. Sleep in Other Medical and Social Situations. Sleep and Health

10.1. Sleep and cardiovascular health  
10.2. Sleep and endocrine-metabolic changes Diet and sleep
10.3. Sleep and digestive changes
10.4. Sleep and pain 
10.5. Sleep and cancer 
10.6. Sleep in women Sleep at an older age 
10.7. Sleep in special life situations    

10.7.1. Sleep in isolation and confinement
10.7.2. Sleep in hospital patients
10.7.3. Sleep at high altitude
10.7.4. Sleep in aviation and outer space

10.8. Sleep and sport  
10.9. Sleep and occupational and academic health 

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