Pain and Sleep
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Sleep problems are very common with chronic pain, and poor sleep can make pain feel worse. Improving sleep habits is a practical way to support your overall pain management. Recommended videos and resources Pain and Sleep What you’ll learn: Why sleep problems are common with chronic pain, how better sleep supports pain management, and practical sleep goals and habits that don’t rely only on medication. How Does Getting Better Sleep Help with Pain? What you’ll learn: How sleep and pain affect each other, with practical tips. Choose the “Sleep” topic on the page. Good Sleep Habits and Sleep Misconceptions What you’ll learn: Common myths about sleep and practical habits for better sleep when living with persistent pain. These resources are provided for general patient education and are not a substitute for an individual medical assessment or treatment plan. Persistent pain can have many causes, and the most appropriate management depends on the individual. If you have new, severe or changing symptoms, discuss them with your doctor or treating health professional. The videos and websites listed are produced by other organisations; links open on the external website. |
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