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DOT sleep apnea study?

Discussion in 'Trucking Industry Regulations' started by Florida Playboy, Jan 3, 2013.

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  1. Jan 3, 2013 #1
    Florida Playboy

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    I just had a DOT physical today and passed with flying colors except one thing. The doctor said she would recommend me for a DOT sleep apnea study because I'm a bit overweight. Granted I never had any apnea or falling asleep problems. What does this mean and what can I expect now?
     
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  3. Jan 3, 2013 #2
    DrFlush

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    I never had any problems falling asleep during the day either, but a sleep test cost me 10 weeks off the road, and now I have a CPAP and need a nap in the afternoon to keep from falling asleep, Good luck.
     
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  4. Jan 3, 2013 #3
    Bayle

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    It's not DOT yet some companies are starting to require them though if you meet criteria.
     
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  5. Jan 3, 2013 #4
    Florida Playboy

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    OMG this could very well be the end of my driving career. Did you have to pay for it? Also you mean the CPAP actually caused you to need naps?

    I know she said specifically it's a DOT thing and they might recommend a study. I know for a fact my company does not require it. I'm a local driver BTW.
     
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  7. Jan 3, 2013 #5
    diabello

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    Go to a different doctor and get a new DOT physical, most likely new doctor wont mention sleep apnea study. Just dont say last doctor wanted you to get sleep study. Should solve your problem, worked for me. Good Luck.
     
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  8. Jan 3, 2013 #6
    ralph

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    Exactly>The previous DR gets a kick back from the sleep clinic.
     
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  9. Jan 3, 2013 #7
    Florida Playboy

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    Well my company is not going to pay for a second physical so I would have to out of pocket. Also she still gave me a regular 2 year certificate. I'm just really confused. I passed many DOT physicals and never had anything like this happen.
     
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  10. Jan 3, 2013 #8
    Bayle

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    Probably going to be more and more common in the future. My company required it body mass and neck size.
     
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  11. Jan 3, 2013 #9
    diabello

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    If you got the 2 yr certificate you should be good to go. NO need to mention anything to your employer, just give them copy of physical.
     
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  12. Jan 3, 2013 #10
    The Progressive

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    I wonder if you can take a sleep test listening to binaural tones that promote sleep. I'd try that and deep breathing exercises-- might cure sleep apnea. I haven't tried this, but looks good.
    http://www.sleepphones.com/mp3/free-mp3-downloads
     
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