Sleep disturbances are very common and can significantly impact daytime function and quality of life. There are many different types of sleep disorders that can lead to sleep disturbances. Some of the most common include:
- Insomnia - Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. This is the most prevalent sleep disorder. Insomnia can be caused by stress, anxiety, medications, health conditions, or poor sleep habits. Symptoms include difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently in the night, waking up too early, or unrefreshing sleep.
- Sleep apnea - Brief pauses in breathing during sleep due to airway obstruction. This causes loud snoring and daytime sleepiness. Sleep apnea increases the risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
- Restless legs syndrome - Unpleasant sensations and urge to move the legs, often occurring in the evenings and nights. This causes difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep.
- Narcolepsy - Excessive daytime sleepiness and uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep during the day. People with narcolepsy often experience loss of muscle control and hallucinations when falling asleep or waking up.
- Circadian rhythm disorders - Misalignment between the body's internal clock and the external 24-hour day/night cycle. This includes advanced sleep phase disorder (excessive evening sleepiness/early awakening) and delayed sleep phase disorder (difficulty falling asleep and waking up in the mornings).
If you struggle with poor sleep quality or quantity, be sure to discuss your symptoms with your doctor. They can help determine if there is an underlying health condition or sleep disorder causing the problem. Sleep disturbances can often be improved with healthy sleep habits and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or the right sleep medication.
Seeking help for sleep problems is so important, as poor sleep negatively affects concentration, productivity, mood, and long-term health. At Balance Hormone Center, our health experts specialize in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders as part of our whole-body hormone balancing programs. We know sleep is foundational to overall health and make it a priority for every patient.
Our unique Balance Hormone Center Method involves evaluating hormone imbalances that could be interfering with quality sleep. For example, low melatonin, elevated cortisol, low testosterone, and thyroid hormone imbalances can all contribute to sleep disturbances. We use cutting-edge testing to identify the root causes and craft customized treatment plans. This includes hormone replacement therapies, supplements, sleep hygiene training, stress management, nutritional plans, and more.
Many patients see drastic improvements in their sleep after beginning our treatment programs. We help them get into healthy sleep routines, reduce anxiety, balance hormones, and address any underlying issues. Our integrative plans lead to deeper, more restorative sleep so patients wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day.
Don't let poor sleep sabotage your health and happiness any longer. The sleep medicine experts at Balance Hormone Center are here to help you identify the causes and find solutions. Reach out today to schedule a consultation - we'll help you reclaim the healthy, restful sleep your body needs to thrive!