Introduction
Sleep and chronic disease have a bidirectional relationship. Poor sleep increases the risk of chronic disease, and chronic disease often disrupts sleep. Improving sleep can be an important component of chronic disease management.
Sleep and Specific Conditions
Sleep duration and quality affect cardiovascular health, glucose metabolism, immune function, and inflammation. Chronic pain disrupts sleep, and sleep deprivation increases pain sensitivity.
Conclusion
Sleep health should be considered in the management of all chronic diseases, and sleep improvement can have wide-ranging health benefits.