Sleep disturbances are incredibly common, affecting millions of people. Getting quality, restorative sleep is crucial for both physical and mental health. When our sleep is disrupted, it can lead to daytime fatigue, irritability, lack of focus, and more serious long-term health issues like heart disease and diabetes.
There are many different types of sleep disorders. The most common is insomnia - difficulty falling or staying asleep. People with insomnia often lie awake at night, sometimes for hours, unable to drift off. They may also wake up frequently or wake up earlier than desired, unable to fall back asleep.
Other examples of sleep disturbances include:
- Sleep apnea - pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep, resulting in frequent awakenings
- Restless leg syndrome - unpleasant sensations like tingling or crawling that cause an urge to move the legs
- Narcolepsy - falling asleep unexpectedly during the day
- Circadian rhythm disorders - when your internal body clock is out of sync with day/night cycles
What causes these
sleep problems? There can be many factors at play:
- Stress and anxiety
- Underlying health issues - thyroid disorders, chronic pain, etc.
- Medications
- Poor sleep habits - inconsistent bedtimes, exposure to blue light from screens before bed, uncomfortable sleep environment, etc.
The great news is there are solutions for better sleep!
Vitality Balance Clinic provides cutting-edge care for sleep issues. We specialize in using
bioidentical hormone therapy to help patients achieve deep, restful sleep.
Many patients don't realize that
hormone imbalances can significantly impact sleep quality. For example, low testosterone in men and low progesterone in women are linked with insomnia and other disorders. Our expert medical staff can evaluate your hormone levels and determine if optimization could reduce your sleep disturbances.
We also offer comprehensive sleep consults, including analyzing your sleep habits, environment, and patterns to pinpoint areas for improvement. Small tweaks like setting a regular bedtime routine, limiting caffeine, and using blackout curtains can make a big difference. And we'll determine if sleep medication could be helpful in your case.
At
Vitality Balance Clinic, your sleep is our top priority. We walk you through every step from diagnosis to treatment to ensure you find relief from disruptive sleep issues. Reach out today to learn more or schedule a consultation, and soon you'll be catching those valuable zzz's!