Sleep and Pain
Population:
AdultDiscipline:
OTDiagnosis:
Chronic PainSleep disturbance and pain have a bi-directional relationship: those in pain tend not to sleep as well and not sleeping well increases pain. This handout outlines how sleep can influence pain and outlines strategies that may improve sleep hygiene and thus reduce pain. This printable handout is for occupational therapists working with adult patients, covering Chronic Pain. Print Resource, US Letter, 1 page. Members can view and print it.
Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:
- How does chronic pain affect sleep quality?
- Why does poor sleep increase pain sensitivity?
- What sleep hygiene strategies can help people with chronic pain?
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