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What is Insomnia?
Sleep deprivation is epidemic in our society. Nearly all of us need more sleep than we get. It is estimated that 20 - 30% of all adults suffer regularly from sleep disorders with insomnia being the most common complaint. Canadians spend millions of dollars on sleeping pills. Insomnia is so common that it is almost considered a normal part of adult life. In one study, Thomas Roth, Ph.D. director of the Henry Ford Sleep Disorders Center in Detroit found that only 10 percent of his recruited subjects were optimally alert and 40 percent were living their daily lives in a state of significant sleepiness. Dr. Roth persuaded those who tested the most sleepiest to spend ten hours a night in bed for six consecutive nights. Tests afterward showed major improvements in alertness and intellectual performance. Getting enough sleep can save your life. With thousands of Canadians with sleep deprivation, life becomes greatly affected and health problems may be the price you pay. More Information on Sleep Disorders Click Here
Treatment
Conventional treatment for insomnia is generally medication such as sleeping pills.
The Best Combination
The best treatment for sleep disorders has been the best of both conventional medicine and complementary medicine. We strongly recommend that you do not abandon conventional medicine in favor of an unproven complementary or alternative health practice.
CAM Therapies That May Be Helpful for Sleep Disorders
Acupressure
Acupuncture
Aromatherapy
Art
Therapy Ayurveda
Biofeedback
Counselling/Psychotherapy
Cranial
Sacral Therapy Exercise
Guided
Imagery Healing
Touch Herbal
Therapy Homeopathy
Humor
Therapy Hypnotherapy
Journal
Therapy Magnet
Therapy Massage
Therapy Meditation
Music
Therapy Naturopathy
Nutrition
Qi
Gong
Reiki Relaxation
Therapy Support
Groups Tai
Chi Therapeutic
Touch Traditional
Chinese Medicine Vitamins/Supplements
Yoga.
Disclaimer: The resources and links provided are for information purposes only and one should discuss treatment options with their physician.
Important: Whatever CAM treatment you opt for, it is important that you share the information with your physician. It is important that we begin to start talking about the many therapies available and begin to determine which practices are the most helpful.
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