A member asked:

Just had sleep study. found no rem sleep. could this be causing some of my joint pain?

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Dr. Christopher Wilson answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

Unlikely: It's unlikely that the lack of rem sleep is the cause of your joint pain. I couldn't comment on why you didn't achieve rem however it could be from many issues including meds.

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Answered 12/21/2016

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

2 unrelated problems: Unlikely. No REM sleep not good. Discuss with sleep MD. Discuss joint pain evaluation with your regular MD.

Answered 12/21/2016

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A member asked:

Just had sleep study. found no rem sleep. could this be causing some of my joint pain?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Christopher Wilson answered

Dr Namey and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

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