Better Sleep

Better Sleep

Sleep is not something that you can accomplish by “hard work.”

Make sure your sleeping environment is comfortable.

  • Follow a regular schedule of going to bed and waking up in the morning all week long. Do not “sleep in” on weekends or holidays.
  • Avoid daytime naps, even if you miss sleep the previous night.
  • Avoid drinking caffeine containing beverages such as coffee, tea or colas after 7:00 p.m. Chocolate also contains caffeine.
  • Make sure your sleeping environment is comfortable. This includes having a quiet room, a comfortable bedroom temperature and a comfortable bed.
  • Use your bed only for sleep or intimacy with your significant other.
  • Do not eat meals in bed or conduct business from bed.

Associate your bed with sleeping

  • Do not watch TV or read in bed if you experience any problems falling or staying asleep.
  • Associate your bed with sleeping, relaxation and comfort.
  • Engage in moderate exercise in the early part of the day; try to avoid strenuous physical activity within three hours of going to sleep.
  • Develop a positive attitude about sleep.
  • Get out of bed and engage in a relaxing activity if you are unable to fall asleep within 15 to 20 minutes of turning out the lights.
  • Do not use your time in bed to worry about problems. Sleep is not something that you can accomplish by “hard work.” It will occur naturally if you allow it to.


NOTICE: Dr. Patel is no longer practicing at Orion Medical.
We are pleased to announce that we will continue caring for his patients, contact us today