nsomnia is a common sleep disorder, but that does not make it any easier to deal with. People with insomnia may have challenges during onset (falling asleep), maintenance (staying asleep) or waking up too early. In turn, they often experience symptoms such as low energy, mood changes, difficulty concentrating and decreased performance.

The Yang Institute of Integrative Medicine specializes in chronic insomnia treatment in Philadelphia and beyond. Learn more and get started today.

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Integrative Medicine for Insomnia of Every Kind

Insomnia is generally characterized in a few ways:

  • Primary: Primary insomnia refers to insomnia that is not noticeably connected to any health condition or external situation. Sometimes, you simply can’t sleep.
  • Secondary: Secondary insomnia is also known as “comorbid insomnia” because it is secondary to an underlying health condition. Many illnesses and conditions can lead to insomnia, including asthma, arthritis, chronic pain, neurological conditions like Parkinson’s, gastrointestinal issues, sleep apnea, allergies and even side effects from certain medications.
  • Acute: Acute insomnia is short-term and usually conditional — it may be caused by an upcoming presentation at work or receiving bad news. In most cases, acute insomnia resolves on its own once the situation is past or the person has adjusted to their new circumstances.
  • Chronic: Conversely, chronic insomnia occurs at least three times a week for three months or longer. Common causes include shift work, medical conditions like those listed above, environmental changes or unhealthy sleeping habits. It is more likely to require treatment or intervention than acute insomnia.

Causes of insomnia are as varied as the people who deal with it, but some of the most common influences include:

  • Poor sleep hygiene
  • Mental illness like depression or anxiety
  • Medical conditions
  • Medications
  • Substance abuse
  • Poor diet and lifestyle

 

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Find Integrative Medicine for Insomnia at the Yang Institute

If you’ve tried to change your sleep behaviors, and it hasn’t worked, it’s time to talk to a doctor at the Yang Institute. Our practitioners use a combination of advanced technology and proven modalities to address insomnia, mental illness and common ailments in the greater Philadelphia and southern New Jersey. We pride ourselves on creating comprehensive, personalized treatment plans for each of our clients, allowing them to find the precise care they need through a range of care options.

Our chronic insomnia treatments combine therapy and modern medicine with traditional Chinese treatments like acupuncture, functional medicine and advanced nutrient therapy to deliver care that looks at the whole person — not just their condition. We invite you to meet with our practitioners and see how our unique practices can make all the difference in your sleep disorder treatment.

Explore Sleep Disorder Treatments Today

Insomnia can look different for everyone and may change over time. At the Yang Institute, we are here to help you through your journey and help you chart a new course to better living by addressing your insomnia. Request integrative treatment from our professionals today, and let us help you return to a normal, healthy sleep pattern.