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Sleep Disorders: Management by Alternative Therapies
Anu Priya Guruswamy Pandian1, Aparna Natarajan2, Blessy Mathai3
1Private Practice, Dental Clinic, Woodland Hills, CA, USA.
The Medical Clinics of North America
|July 24, 2026
Summary
This review explores alternative therapies for sleep disorders, offering non-pharmacological options like mindfulness, yoga, and herbal supplements when conventional treatments fall short.
Area of Science:
- Sleep Medicine
- Integrative Health
Background:
- Sleep disorders are common and negatively impact overall health.
- Current treatments like pharmacotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy have limitations.
- Patient interest in non-pharmacological approaches is growing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the efficacy of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for sleep disorders.
- To explore various CAM modalities as adjuncts or alternatives to conventional treatments.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on alternative therapies for sleep disorders.
- Analysis of mindfulness, meditation, yoga, relaxation, music therapy, herbal supplements, aromatherapy, and hypnosis.
Main Results:
- CAM therapies show promise in managing sleep disturbances.
- Specific techniques like mindfulness and yoga may improve sleep quality.
- Herbal supplements and aromatherapy are explored for their potential benefits.
Conclusions:
- CAM approaches offer viable alternatives for managing sleep disorders.
- Further research is needed to establish definitive guidelines for CAM use.
- Integrating CAM can personalize sleep disorder management.
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