Dr David Cunnington

Treatment for restless legs syndrome. What are the options?
Updated guide to RLS treatment based on 2025 AASM guidelines. Why gabapentinoids are now first-line and dopamine agonists have fallen out of favour.
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Adjusting to the End of Daylight Saving – What to expect
Clocks go back 5 April. Sleep physician, Dr David Cunnington, explains what to expect and how to help your body clock adjust with minimal disruption.
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What is pacing? How does it differ from graded exercise therapy (GET)?
Why ME/CFS treatment changed in 2021: from graded exercise therapy to pacing. An evidence-based review.
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What are your sleep goals for 2026?
Set evidence-based sleep goals for 2026. Start with wake time consistency, harness morning light, and build sustainable habits with this practical guide.
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Does Poor Sleep Really Age Your Skin? What the Science Actually Shows
Everyone believes in beauty sleep, but proving it actually works is harder than you'd think—and stress might be the real culprit all along.
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Wearables and Sleep: A Common Sense Approach
Learn how to get real value from sleep trackers—focus on regularity and context, not scores; avoid orthosomnia and know when to see a sleep professional.
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Ayurveda and Circadian Rhythms
Discover how Ayurveda’s daily routines align with circadian rhythms, supporting better sleep, digestion, and overall health.
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Medication for insomnia
Although the best long term treatment for insomnia is cognitive behavioural therapy, there is a role for medication for insomnia.
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Augmentation in Restless Legs Syndrome
Augmentation in restless leg syndrome is common and needs careful management.
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Mindfulness. Practical tips for sleep.
Mindfulness programs have been shown to improve the overall quality of life, in both men and women.
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