Insomnia and Sleep Problems: A Common Challenge

Insomnia affects up to one in three adults and has serious effects on health and wellbeing. Acupuncture at AlterPhysio Amsterdam offers a natural, effective solution.

Poor sleep impairs concentration, mood, immunity, and physical recovery. In addition, chronic insomnia increases the risk of anxiety and depression.

How Acupuncture Helps with Insomnia

Regulating the Nervous System

In addition, Acupuncture activates the parasympathetic nervous system, the body’s rest-and-digest mode. This counteracts the chronic stress response that keeps many people awake at night.

Moreover, regular acupuncture sessions reduce cortisol levels measurably. Lower cortisol means your body can transition into sleep more easily.

Improving Sleep Hormones

Acupuncture has been shown to increase melatonin production naturally. Melatonin is the hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle.

Furthermore, it improves serotonin levels, which convert to melatonin at night. This creates a more consistent and restorative sleep pattern over time.

Reducing Physical Causes of Poor Sleep

Pain, muscle tension, and restless legs frequently disrupt sleep. Acupuncture addresses these physical factors as part of the treatment.

Additionally, neck pain or back pain that wakes you at night often responds to a combination of physiotherapy and acupuncture. We treat both body and sleep together.

Common Sleep Conditions We Treat

Furthermore, We treat insomnia related to stress, anxiety, hormonal changes, and chronic pain. We also help with difficulty falling asleep, frequent waking, and early morning waking.

Therefore, whether your insomnia is new or long-standing, we have effective options. Our integrative approach addresses the unique causes in your case.

Stress-Related Insomnia

Stress and overactivation of the nervous system are the most common causes of insomnia. Acupuncture combined with breathing exercises creates deep relaxation.

Hormonal Sleep Disruption

As a result, Perimenopause and menopause often cause significant sleep disturbances. Acupuncture is particularly effective for hot flushes and night sweats that disturb sleep.

Notably, many patients report improved sleep quality within three to five sessions. Results continue to improve with a full course of treatment.

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Better sleep is possible without medication. Our team at AlterPhysio Amsterdam combines acupuncture and physiotherapy for lasting results.

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Written by Hidekazu Kuwabara, Registered Physiotherapist (BIG-registered, Amsterdam)

Hidekazu has over 10 years of clinical experience in physiotherapy and acupuncture. He specialises in musculoskeletal pain, sports injuries, and integrative East-West medicine at Alter Physio & Acupuncture, Amsterdam.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health or treatment.

Written by Hidekazu Kuwabara, Registered Physiotherapist (BIG-registered, Amsterdam)

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