Insomnia is one of the characteristics of those suffering from Fibromyalgia.  This diseases causes those to fidget all night in the attempt to find comfort, but what generally happens that even when one does find it, it is not good sleep..it is disturbed and interrupted throughout the night.  Rarely will one wake feeling rested and rejuvenated.  It seems that something in the brain of those afflicted is triggered when one sleeps, and arousal of pain that is automatic and symptomatic of the disease.  When this occurs over time, the patient will not reap the restorative benefits that sleep is meant to provide.

While one sleeps, the hormone necessary for growth, not just in growing children but that which is necessary for the growth of new cells throughout the body, is produced.  Without this surge each night of the hormone, neurotransmitters in the brain remain un-replenished, and the muscles will not be able to heal.  This lack of sleep eventually just compounds the problems already inherent in the disease.  The body becomes even more sensitive to stress and to the pain.  Anxiety levels soar, as well as depression, difficulty with memory and overall fatigue.

Some people experience insomnia as have trouble just falling asleep, while others have a difficult time remaining asleep.  Others will sleep through the night, but will wake up far too early.  Changes in ones lifestyle is often the most beneficial and long lasting ways one can finally get a good night of rest.   Comfort one creates in ones home will do wonders as far as reducing stress levels and falling to sleep.  One very successful way people relax is by either soaking in a hot bath tub or by soaking in a hot tub surrounding by a beautiful garden in their own back yard.  Such hot tubs are inexpensive today such as those displayed at choosehottubsdirect.com.  Hot water calms the mind and relaxes the body.  Other ways that people relax and quiet their minds is through meditation, avoiding caffeine and sugar, calming music or doing a bit of yoga or stretching before climbing into bed.