Sleep disturbances affect nearly everyone at some point. They occur when you have trouble falling or staying asleep, which leads to daytime fatigue or sleepiness.
Some common causes of sleep disturbances include:
- Insomnia - difficulty falling or staying asleep
- Sleep apnea - pauses in breathing during sleep
- Restless leg syndrome - uncomfortable leg sensations leading to difficulty sleeping
- Circadian rhythm disorders - mismatch between sleep schedule and circadian clock
- Stress, anxiety, depression - mental health issues disturbing sleep
Sleep disturbances can negatively impact your quality of life. Effects may include:
- Fatigue, low energy
- Impaired concentration and memory
- Irritability and mood changes
- Higher risk of illness, accidents, weight gain
To improve
sleep disturbances, try:
- Following a regular sleep-wake schedule
- Making your bedroom cool, dark and quiet
- Limiting alcohol, caffeine and screen time before bed
- Daily exercise and sunlight exposure
- Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I)
If self-help tips don't relieve your
sleep problems, talk to your doctor or a
sleep specialist. They can evaluate your sleep and health to pinpoint causes. For example, they may order tests like:
- Polysomnography - overnight sleep study
- Bloodwork - to check hormones, nutrients, and markers associated with sleep disorders
Based on test results and symptoms, they may prescribe sleep medications or breathing devices for conditions like
sleep apnea.
Hormone balancing through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy provided by
Renewal Center can also help normalize sleep-wake cycles.
Renewal Center uses cutting-edge lab testing and personalized treatment plans to balance hormones linked to sleep issues. Their integrative providers specialize in sleep disturbances related to:
- Menopause and low estrogen
- Andropause and low testosterone
- Adrenal fatigue
With customized
bioidentical hormone therapy from
Renewal Center, patients report improved sleep quality, more energy, better concentration, and an overall enhanced quality of life. Contact
Renewal Center today for a consultation. Regain your vibrant, healthy self with restful sleep!