Research progress in the treatment of chronic insomnia in the elderly
Chronic insomnia refers to more than three days a week and lasting at least three months of sleep disorder,which have a certain impact on the mental,psychological,work and life of patients.Chronic insomnia belongs to the common sleep disorders in the elderly,the probability of chronic insomnia occurring in elderly people over 60 years old is approximately twice that of young people,and about 50%of the elderly people exists a certain degree of sleep disorders.With the growth of age,the patient's nervous system will appear degeneration,coupled with the influence of living habits,physical quality and other factors,the probability of the occurrence of chronic insomnia of patients has increased,which has had a certain impact on the physical and mental health of the elderly,and has reduced their living standards and quality.There are many treatment methods for elderly patients with chronic insomnia,not only including drug therapy,also have cognitive behavioral cognitive and physical therapy,which have achieved a certain effect.This article reviews the research progress in the treatment of chronic insomnia in elderly,in order to provide reference for standard treatment of chronic insomnia in elderly.
Chronic insomnia in the elderlySleep disordersDrug therapyPhysical therapyTraditional Chinese medicine therapy