As sleep disturbances have been reported in spinocerebellar ataxias (SCAs), including types SCA1, SCA2, SCA3, SCA6 and SCA13, identification and management of these disturbances can help minimise their impact on SCA patients' overall body functions and quality of life.
We report two cases of sleep disturbance, fatigue and excessive daytime somnolence in individuals with SCA1 and their progress through several therapies.