Studies have found that about 40% to 70% of Parkinson's patients have sleep disorders. During the course of the disease, these patients may encounter problems such as difficulty falling asleep, frequent awakenings at night, and early awakenings, which seriously affect the quality of life.
Dangers of insomnia for Parkinson's patients
1.Affects daily life:Long-term insomnia can lead to lack of energy, fatigue, and lack of concentration, which in turn affects daily life and work.
2.Aggravation of the condition:Insomnia can lead to a decline in physical function and weakened immunity, making Parkinson's disease symptoms worse.
3.Psychological pressure:Insomnia will increase the psychological burden of patients, reduce mood, and even produce depression, anxiety and other mental diseases.
** Methods of sleep disorders in Parkinson's patients
1.Medications**:For patients with mild insomnia, medications** may be used. However, before using drugs, be sure to consult a medical professional, use them according to their instructions, and avoid drugs***
2.Non-pharmacological**:For patients with moderate to severe insomnia, non-pharmacological options may be tried on the advice of a doctor**. Such as: sleep hygiene education, relaxation training, etc.
3.Improving Lifestyle Habits:Parkinson's patients should maintain a good sleep schedule and avoid excessive bed rest during the day and drinking stimulant drinks such as coffee and tea in the evening. At the same time, appropriately increasing exercise, such as walking, yoga, etc., can help improve sleep quality.
4.Create a good sleeping environment:Make sure the bedroom is quiet, warm and comfortable, and avoid interference such as electromagnetic radiation and noise. In addition, before going to bed, you can use hot water to soak your feet and listen to the light ** and other methods to help you fall asleep.
5.Psychological Intervention:For psychological problems such as depression and anxiety, patients and their families should actively seek help from psychologists for psychological counseling to reduce their psychological burden.
A good night's sleep provides adequate physical and mental rest and is essential for our health and well-being. Don't worry too much about those who have sleep problems, actively cooperate with doctors**, adhere to good sleep habits, and calm down, most patients can improve their sleep relatively effectively under the guidance of doctors.