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I met with an accident fractured my legs. now i don get sleep at night. please tel me how to get sleep?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If pain is the: problem - that should be directly addressed. Sleep Hygiene is Key. Retire & rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark & cool & use only for sex & sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs & no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized & finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk,Chamomile tea or >

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/12/2016

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