Chronic pain and brain injury - Sleep

Sleep

You will spend about one third of your life sleeping and how much sleep you need is different for each person. It is very common to have problems with sleep after a brain injury and when you have chronic pain. You might have trouble falling or staying asleep, sleeping too much, snoring or even nightmares.  Poor sleep can have a big impact on your daily life – you might feel tired all the time, it can make your pain worse and make your feel down.  It can take time but working on improving your ‘sleep brick’ is a key part to managing your pain.

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Sleep diary

Access our Sleep Diary for an effective tool in monitoring and understanding your sleep patterns. Take control of your well-being and explore valuable insights on improving your sleep quality.

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Sleep practices

Expert advice on sleep hygiene for individuals with chronic pain and brain injury, offering practical tips for better sleep quality.

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Bedtime routine

Improve your sleep with a better bedtime routine for chronic pain and brain injury. Learn practical tips for better rest and well-being.

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Meditation

Try meditating or relaxing before bed

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Sleep and worry

Wind down before bed and stop drinking coffee, caffeine and energy drinks at least 3 or 4 hours before

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Sleep thought swaps

Try swapping your upsetting thoughts about sleep, for ones that can help you get to and stay asleep

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