What is Insomnia?
Insomnia is the inability to fall asleep and/or the ability to remain asleep for
an adequate length of time to achieve quality rest. The results of insomnia are
tiredness and fatigue that can negatively affect daily life. The condition may be
transient, acute, or chronic.
Who Is Affected by Insomnia?
Insomnia affects both sexes and all age groups. Approximately 30-40% of the people
are affected by disturbed sleep patterns, and in the region of 10% suffer from chronic
insomnia. Although it is more common in women (especially on onset of menopause)
and older adults.
Illness, psychiatric disorders, and working night or rotating shifts, all represent
significant risks for insomnia. About 40% of insomniacs also suffer from an associated
psychiatric disorder, notably depression and insomnia is considered a diagnostic
symptom for depressive and anxiety disorders.
What Are the Symptoms of Insomnia?
- Difficulty falling asleep.
- Disturbed, fragmented sleep.
- Daytime fatigue and drowsiness.
- Irritability.
- Difficulty coping.
Allopathic Treatment Options
- Sleeping Pills.
- Behavioural techniques, such as relaxation therapy, or sleep restriction therapy,
to improve sleep patterns.
Complementary Treatment Options
SHIATSU
Shiatsu has been found to be extremely beneficial in the treatment of insomnia,
creating a feeling of deep relaxation and wellbeing. Shiatsu practitioners can
work with conditions of both acute and chronic natures.
QIGONG
The practice of appropriate Qigong exercises creates a feeling if inner calmness
and tranquility that can help the practitioner to achieve quality sleep.
HERBAL
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is a strong relaxant and sedative that can
be used without any ill effects. There are many commercially available tablets,
for insomnia, that contain this herb.
Pro-Holistic provides Shiatsu,
Healing Chi Kung therapy, on-site massage, Stress Mangement courses, and Stress Mangement workshops. We also provide tuition in Chi Kung,
Tai Chi, Neijia,
and self defence.