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Chronic pain can disrupt sleep from "summary" of The Sleep Solution by W. Chris Winter,M.D.
Chronic pain can be a formidable foe when it comes to getting a good night's sleep. It's like a persistent houseguest who just won't take the hint that it's time to leave. This unwelcome companion can wreak havoc on your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep, leaving you feeling exhausted and worn out. When you're dealing with chronic pain, it's hard to relax and drift off into dreamland. Your body is on high alert, constantly sending signals to your brain that something is wrong. This heightened state of arousal can make it difficult to quiet your mind and let go of the day's worries. Even if you do manage to fall asleep, chronic pain can disrupt your sleep cycles, causing you to wake up throughout the night. This fragmented sleep can leave you feeling groggy and irritable the next day, making it even harder to cope...
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