Between 40 and 60 percent of people have trouble sleeping. Daily stress and worries, pressures from the job and family, body aches and pains caused by uncomfortable beds or pillows, and a host of other issues can keep a person from getting enough quality sleep. Sleep is critical to good health and functioning, so lack of it is a serious matter. "Sleep is one of the most important functions of the brain," says Frederick R.Carrick, DC, PhD. Through it, our bodies recharge and renew for the next day's challenges. The quality and quantity of your sleep have a direct effect on your daytime performance and overall health. As wellness experts, doctors of chiropractic can provide patients with a different approach to their sleeping problems without the use of sleeping pills, which leave many people in a mental haze the next morning. Doctors of chiropractic are trained to treat spinal problems that can interfere with a restful night's sleep. They can also offer nutritional and ergonomic advice that can help improve the quality of your sleep. If you continue to experience pain and discomfort at night or have difficulty falling asleep, schedule a visit at McMichael Chiropractic.