Sleep and Pain

There are a number of potential reasons why it is painful to sleep. Often times, something as simple as a new mattress will alleviate an individual's pain. Other times, chronic pain is the cause of discomfort and requires special attention.

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Chronic Pain and Insomnia: Breaking the Cycle

The majority of patients suffering from chronic pain, such as chronic back pain, also suffer from sleep disorders. Disrupted sleep often exacerbates chronic pain problems, which in turn makes sleeping more difficult. This article reviews several behavioral and medical approaches, including prescription sleep aids, that can help treat both chronic pain and sleeping problems.

By: William Deardorff, PhD, ABPP Read More
Upper Back Pain During Sleep

A physician answers patient questions about relieving upper back pain during sleep.

By: Peter F. Ullrich, Jr., MD Read More

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Choosing the Best Mattress for Lower Back Pain

A mattress lacking in back support reinforces poor sleeping posture, strains low back muscles, and does not help keep the spine in alignment, all of which can increase low b...
Sleep Aids for People with Chronic Pain

Lack of sleep can worsen pain, and more intense pain then continues to interfere with sleep, so the two symptoms can become a vicious cycle. This makes using the right kind of...
Additional Factors That Affect Sleep Comfort

The type of mattress one uses is not the only factor for patients with pain and sleep difficulty. Many other factors need to be considered that may affect sleep, including...
Over the Counter (OTC) Medications as Short-Term Sleep Aids

Over-the-counter medications for insomnia treatment tend to be short-term solutions. Some solutions include Sleep-Eze, Sominex, and Nytol...
Herbal Remedies as Non-FDA Approved Sleep Aids

Herbal remedies and products are possible solutions to sleep problems. However, scientific knowledge of their full effects are unknown. Kava Kava, Melatonin, and valerain are ...

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Chronic Pain and Insomnia: Breaking the Cycle

Upper Back Pain During Sleep

Choosing the Best Mattress for Lower Back Pain

Sleep Aids for People with Chronic Pain

Additional Factors That Affect Sleep Comfort

Over the Counter (OTC) Medications as Short-Term Sleep Aids

Herbal Remedies as Non-FDA Approved Sleep Aids

Sleep and Pain: Complete Listing