Sleep Test and Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) in Bangkok, Thailand
Diagnose First, Treat Precisely: An Image-Guided Program for Sleep and Stress
The sleep medicine program at YOUNIFY Clinic in Bangkok begins with a home sleep test to find what is disrupting your sleep, including sleep apnea. For selected patients whose sleep is disrupted by an overactive stress response, a stellate ganglion block (SGB) is offered from THB 35,000: ultrasound-guided, needle-only, by board-certified anesthesiologists, same-day discharge, 3 to 5 day stay.
To ask about the sleep medicine program at YOUNIFY Clinic, message us on WhatsApp at +66 81 556 9696 (11:00 to 20:00 Bangkok time, every day) or request a written quotation below.
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About this program
Poor sleep has many different causes: sleep apnea, hormonal and metabolic factors, medication effects, and an overactive sympathetic nervous system, the "fight-or-flight" state that can remain switched on after prolonged stress. Treating sleep without first finding the cause is guesswork, which is why our program begins with a physician-led evaluation and a home sleep test before any treatment is offered.
For carefully selected patients whose sleep and daily calm are disrupted by sympathetic overactivity, we offer the stellate ganglion block (SGB): an ultrasound-guided, needle-only procedure in which a small amount of local anesthetic is placed around the stellate ganglion, a bundle of sympathetic nerves at the base of the neck. SGB has been used in pain medicine for decades, and more recently it has been studied as a supportive option for symptoms linked to sympathetic overactivity, including disturbed sleep and hypervigilance. Research in these newer applications is still emerging, which is exactly why the program begins with a medical evaluation rather than a booking form.
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What Results Can the Sleep Program Help Achieve?
- A clear answer on what is actually disrupting your sleep
- Sleep apnea identified, or ruled out, before any treatment
- In selected patients, SGB may support a calmer baseline and less disrupted sleep
- A needle-only procedure of under 30 minutes with same-day discharge
- Sleep evaluated alongside hormonal, metabolic, and stress physiology, not in isolation
SGB is not a treatment for every sleep problem, and it is not a substitute for the treatment of diagnosed sleep disorders or mental-health conditions. Responses vary between individuals.
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Why International Patients Choose Thailand for Sleep Medicine?
Thailand has become one of Asia's leading destinations for advanced medical care, combining internationally recognized healthcare standards with premium hospitality and personalized recovery experiences.
Patients choose Bangkok for:
- Faster access to treatment without long waitlists
- International-standard medical facilities
- Experienced physician specialists
- Modern minimally invasive technology
- More affordable treatment compared with many Western countries
- Luxury hotels, wellness recovery, and hospitality
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Why Choose YOUNIFY Clinic?
At YOUNIFY Clinic, a Healthy Aging & Wellness Center based in Bangkok, Thailand, sleep is evaluated the way an integrated clinic should evaluate it: honest screening first, including whether sleep apnea, hormonal, or medication factors should be addressed before anything else, and image-guided precision when SGB is appropriate. Every block is performed by a board-certified anesthesiologist under real-time ultrasound guidance.
Our sleep medicine programs include:
- Physician-led sleep evaluation with a structured sleep questionnaire
- Home sleep test performed through the clinic, with results reviewed by your physician
- Ultrasound-guided SGB by board-certified anesthesiologists, where appropriate
- Monitored observation and same-day discharge
- Integrated evaluation of hormonal, metabolic, and stress physiology
- Discreet, privacy-conscious care
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Package inclusions
- Physician consultation and sleep evaluation
- Home sleep test (one night) and results review with your physician
- SGB procedure where clinically appropriate, under ultrasound guidance
- Local anesthesia fees
- Post-procedure observation and monitoring
- Follow-up consultation before travel
- Video follow-up after you return home
Optional premium services
- Airport transfers
- Hotel accommodation assistance
- VIP hospital services
- Wellness and recovery programs
- Hormonal and metabolic evaluation
- Body composition analysis
- Follow-up SGB assessment where indicated
- Executive health screening
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Who May Be Suitable for This Program?
- Difficulty switching off: "wired but tired", or waking at 3 a.m. with a racing heart
- Chronic stress-related sleep disruption in high-performing professionals
- Tried sleep hygiene, supplements, and medication, and would rather not depend on sleeping pills
- Willing to complete a proper sleep evaluation first
- Snoring or witnessed pauses in breathing: sleep apnea screening comes first, always
SGB is not appropriate for everyone. Final eligibility is determined after physician consultation, sleep evaluation, and medical review. Diagnosed sleep disorders and mental-health conditions remain under the care of your existing clinicians; we coordinate, we do not replace. The use of SGB for mental-health-related conditions is off-label and is considered case by case with your physician.
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Home Sleep Test vs In-Lab Sleep Study vs SGB
| HOME SLEEP TEST | IN-LAB SLEEP STUDY | SGB | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What It Is | Portable overnight monitoring at your hotel | Comprehensive overnight study at a sleep laboratory | Ultrasound-guided nerve block at the base of the neck |
| Role | Screens for sleep apnea | Detailed diagnosis of complex sleep disorders, arranged where the home test indicates it | Supportive option for sympathetic overactivity in selected patients |
| Duration | One night | One night | Under 30 minutes, plus a short observation period |
| Discharge | Same day | Next morning | Same day |
| Evidence Base | Established | Established | Established in pain medicine; newer sleep applications still emerging |
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Why Many Patients Choose the Sleep Program at YOUNIFY?
- Diagnose first: no one is offered SGB before proper screening, including sleep apnea evaluation
- Honest, evidence-aware framing: decades of pain-medicine use, with emerging research in newer applications
- Under 30 minutes, needle-only, same-day discharge, so the visit fits into a Bangkok business trip
- Sleep assessed alongside hormones, metabolism, and stress, the healthy aging context
- Discretion valued and protected
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Sleep Program Timeline
- Consultation and structured sleep questionnaire
- Home sleep test night at your hotel
- Results reviewed with your physician
- Ultrasound-guided procedure of under 30 minutes by a board-certified anesthesiologist
- 40 to 60 minutes of observation, then same-day discharge with someone else driving
- Temporary effects such as a droopy eyelid, a red eye, a stuffy nose, or brief hoarseness on the treated side can occur for a few hours and are expected effects of the block
- Normal activities usually resumed the next day
- Sleep pattern observed and logged
- Response reviewed with your physician before travel
- Video follow-up continues after you return home, with any repeat assessment planned case by case
Frequently asked questions
What is the sleep medicine program at YOUNIFY Clinic in Bangkok?
The sleep medicine program at YOUNIFY Clinic in Bangkok begins with a physician-led evaluation and a home sleep test to find what is disrupting your sleep, including sleep apnea. For selected patients whose sleep is disrupted by an overactive stress response, a stellate ganglion block (SGB) may be offered: an ultrasound-guided, needle-only procedure performed by board-certified anesthesiologists with same-day discharge.
How long do I need to stay in Thailand for the sleep program?
Sleep Program Patients: Bangkok stay approximately 3–5 days · Home sleep test: one night at your hotel · SGB, where appropriate: under 30 minutes with same-day discharge · Follow-up review: before travel. This allows time for consultation, a sleep test night, results review, the SGB procedure where appropriate, and a review before you fly home.
Who is the sleep program suitable for?
Difficulty switching off or waking at 3 a.m. with a racing heart; chronic stress-related sleep disruption; those who have tried sleep hygiene, supplements, and medication; anyone willing to complete a proper sleep evaluation first. Snoring or witnessed pauses in breathing are screened for sleep apnea before anything else. SGB is not appropriate for everyone, and eligibility is confirmed after physician consultation and sleep evaluation.
How much does a stellate ganglion block cost in Bangkok?
A stellate ganglion block (SGB) starts from THB 35,000 at YOUNIFY Clinic. That is a starting price for the procedure: the home sleep test and any additional evaluation are quoted after physician assessment, the final quotation is confirmed after a specialist consultation, and our international patient team can prepare one for you on WhatsApp or LINE.
What happens after I fly home?
Your sleep pattern is logged and reviewed with your physician by video after you return home. Diagnosed sleep disorders and mental-health conditions remain under the care of your existing clinicians, and any repeat SGB assessment is planned case by case.
Where to read more
Contact the international patient team
Individual results may vary. Please consult a doctor before treatment.