09/22/2025
Is Sleep the Missing Piece in Your Recovery?
By Grant Sheppard, Physiotherapist at Mend Bodyworks
When asked, “Do you get enough sleep?” many of us say no — we’re raising kids, navigating menopause, managing medical conditions, or simply adjusting to aging. It’s easy to dismiss exhaustion as normal. But when we do get restful sleep, everything feels better.
Sleep isn’t just about energy — it’s when the body heals, the brain resets, and hormones like cortisol and growth hormone rebalance. During injury recovery, these processes are even more important.
The Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines provide helpful sleep targets by age. Good habits can make a big difference: get morning sunlight, avoid screens and caffeine before bed, and keep your room cool and dark.
No matter your life stage or health status, physiotherapists have tools to help improve your sleep and support your recovery.
To book an appointment today, call (250) 286-9670, or visit https://mendbodyworks.janeapp.com/ for online booking.
This is not meant to be medical advice, and does not replace assessment, treatment, or information from your physiotherapist or other healthcare provider.
