Poor Sleep Associated With Higher Risk Of Chronic Pain

A general decline in both the quantity and quality of hours slept led to a two- to three-fold increase in pain problems over time.

(Reuters Health) - People who sleep poorly may be more likely to develop a chronic pain condition and have worse physical health, a study from the UK suggests.

A general decline in both the quantity and quality of hours slept led to a two- to three-fold increase in pain problems over time, researchers found.

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