Management of Sleep Disturbances in Parkinson’s Disease

Aug 8, 2022Journal of Parkinson's disease

Managing Sleep Problems in Parkinson's Disease

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Abstract

Sleep disturbances affect quality of life in Parkinson's disease patients and caregivers, with and being particularly common.

  • Non-motor symptoms, including sleep disturbances, may cause discomfort equivalent to that of motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease.
  • Common sleep disturbances associated with Parkinson's disease include insomnia, , excessive daytime sleepiness, , and restless legs syndrome.
  • Therapeutic options for managing sleep disturbances in Parkinson's disease are currently limited, partly due to insufficient scientific evidence.
  • Evidence suggests a bidirectional relationship between neurodegeneration and sleep, indicating that each may influence the other.
  • Understanding the mechanisms linking sleep disturbances and neurodegeneration could lead to tailored therapeutic options in the future.

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Key numbers

60% to 90%
Prevalence of Sleep Disturbances
Percentage of Parkinson's disease patients affected by sleep disturbances.
37% to 80%
Frequency
Range of prevalence in Parkinson's disease patients.

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