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May 12, 2025 31 mins

When it comes to symptoms that cause us to seek medical help, there are few that top pain. Pain occupies a unique space within the world of sleep, in particular back, neck, and shoulder pain. In this episode we will:

  • Provide an overview of sleep-related pain
  • Explore the relationship between sleep disturbances and pain
  • Learn how sleep disturbances can be a strong predictor of the development of pain
  • Examine studies linking REM sleep loss and increased pain indices
  • Review specific sleep research on the various regions of pain
  • List treatment options and weigh their effectiveness

Produced by: Maeve Winter

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