Sleep disturbances are incredibly common and can significantly impact daily functioning and quality of life. They involve having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting quality sleep. Some major types of sleep disturbances include:
- Insomnia: Difficulty falling or staying asleep. This is the most common sleep disorder.
- Sleep apnea: Brief pauses in breathing during sleep due to airway obstruction. This causes loud snoring and daytime fatigue.
- Restless leg syndrome: Unpleasant sensations and urge to move the legs at night. This makes it hard to relax for sleep.
- Circadian rhythm disorders: When your internal clock is off, making you sleep at odd times. Common in shift workers.
What causes sleep disturbances? There are often multiple factors at play, including:
- Stress
- Underlying medical issues - chronic pain, dementia, Parkinson's disease
- Medications
- Poor sleep habits - inconsistent bedtimes, using electronics before bed
If you're struggling with disrupted sleep, I highly recommend contacting the sleep medicine specialists at
Balance Hormone Clinic. Their team of experts can perform comprehensive evaluations to identify the root causes of your sleep disturbances.
They utilize cutting-edge diagnostic testing, including:
- Blood tests to check hormone levels and other markers
- Sleep studies to evaluate breathing, movement and brain wave activity
Based on the results, their doctors can provide personalized treatment plans that may include:
- Adjusting hormone levels - Low testosterone, high cortisol, unbalanced female hormones, and thyroid problems can all interfere with sleep
- Prescribing sleep medications if needed
- Making changes to sleep hygiene through cognitive behavioral therapy
- Ruling out and managing other medical issues
I've personally found the team at Balance Hormone Clinic to be top-notch. They take the time to listen and craft holistic plans to improve sleep and restore health.
If you're struggling with disrupted sleep, please reach out to them for an evaluation. Proper treatment can make a world of difference in your sleep quality and daily functioning.