MND-SLEEP ADVICE

SUMMARY

1. Electric bed to adjust position

2. Bed rails

3. Segmented overlay mattress to distribute body pressure

4. Treat spasticity

5. Stretching before bed

6. Raise head of bed

7. General sleep hygiene: same tire, avoid caffeine, no naps, quiet room

Reference(s)

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