How Important Is Sleep?

People underestimate the power of sleeping.  So many of us work long hours and afterwards, we leave work to take care of things at home.  I encounter many people who say they can get by on 5 hours of sleep.  However, what is the real impact?  How does it affect pain levels and healing from injury?

Good sleep is one of the most important aspects of living.  This becomes especially true for those who are in pain.  Chronic pain is a growing problem in our country.  Nearly 1 in 3 people are suffering from chronic pain.  Chronic pain is any type of pain that has lasted more than 3 months.  Chronic pain and sleeping tend to go hand and hand.  [Read more…] about How Important Is Sleep