Sleep and Athletes: An Overview with Dr. Im - 222
Description
We asked Dr. Im about the role of sleep in injury recovery, what is considered optimal sleep, and when someone should be referred for pathological sleep.
Timestamps
(8:50 ) What signs & symptoms may indicate less than optimal sleep
(11:09 ) Sleep and recovery
(17:16 ) Stages of sleep
(18:23 ) Adapting stages of sleep
(21:32 ) Recommendations to improve sleep quality
(25:40 ) Special considerations for maintaining optimal sleep
(27:21 ) Role of naps in improving sleep quality
(30:39 ) Optimal timing of naps
(31:49 ) Relationship of mental health and sleep
(34:40 ) Pathological sleep
(41:05 ) Changing the circadian rhythm
(43:59 ) When to refer an athlete with pathological sleep
(46:30 ) Monitoring sleep
Action Item: What are some talking points you use with athletes to educate about their sleep and importance of sleep?--
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