Sleep Disorder - Chiropractic Solutions

Sleep and ChiropracticChiropractic care can be effective in caring forproblems preventing you from gettingstraight to sleepApproximately one-third of our lives are spent in bed, sowatching what position you sleep in is extremelyimportant to maintaining a healthy spine.Sleep allows the body to rejuvenate, physically andmentally, to ensure you wake refreshed. YourChiropractor is the spinal health expert, and understandsthe vital role that sleep plays in health and overallwellbeing.Patients with spinal problems have greater difficulty falling asleep, have more frequentawakenings, sleep subjectively less well, take more and longer naps, and snore more. Sleepdisorders such as insomnia have been associated with ‘painful musculoskeletal conditions thatmay result in sleepiness, irritability and feelings of misery.’Poor spinal health can adversely affect sleep. Your Chiropractor cares for spinal problems that canprevent a good night’s sleep and is equipped to provide specialist advice on a range of sleep topicsincluding sleeping posture, mattress and pillow selection, nutrition and exercise.Chiropractic – how can it help me getstraight to sleep?Chiropractic is based on the scientific fact that the humanbody is a self-regulating, self-healing organism. Thechiropractic approach to better health is to locate and helpremove interferences to the nervous system that prohibitachieving an overall state of wellness.A loss of normal motion or position of the 24 moving bonesof the spinal column can irritate or impair the function of thenervous system.By improving nervous system function, Chiropractic can have a positive effect on many healthconditions not normally thought of as “back” problems, including sleep disorders. Many Chiropracticpatients with sleeping difficulties believe they benefit from Chiropractic care. In a recent study, onethird of 154 patients who completed a research interview reported their sleep pattern was changedimmediately after Chiropractic care.

Pelvis rotated(Leg & back pain)Loss of lumbar curve(Disc injury)Rolled shoulders(Reduced lung capacity)Furniture not designedfor sleep postureIncreased neck extension(Headaches, neck pain)Spinal health affects your sleep qualityMusculoskeletal conditions, such as back pain, neck pain, fibromyalgia and arthritis can adverselyaffect sleep quality. Your Chiropractor is the spinal health expert and is widely regarded as thepractitioner of choice in caring for musculoskeletal conditions, such as back pain.Through proven, effective care of musculoskeletal conditions and specialistadvice, Chiropractors can help you get straight to sleep and improve yourquality of life!1)2)3)4)5)6)7)8)9)9 Tips for Quality SleepEnsure you have comfortable, supportive mattress and pillow.Adopt a healthy posture in bed. Don’t sleep on your stomach!Reduce caffeine intake – avoid 4 to 6 hours before bed.Use your bedroom for sleeping only - 24 hour accessibility of TVsand computers can disrupt normal sleeping patterns.Avoid alcohol before bedtime.Exercise at least 30 min per day, but avoid high intensity physicalexercise before bedtime. If exercising in the evening try to do soat least 2-3 hours before going to sleep.Relax before bedtime. Try to forget about work and paying billsbefore bedtime!Establish a sleep schedule. Track your current sleep patternsusing a sleep diary.Have a regular routine to wind down before bed e.g. shower, readbook.