My husband uses extended release melatonin. I have been a poor sleeper since childhood, it is a familial thing - my Mom and at least 2 brothers, of 6 siblings, are the same. I have never considered it "bad" just different. I do relaxation and deep breathing exercises, and at age 70 just know that some days will require a rest or nap. I deal with arthritis pain and some neuropathy by massaging in Voltaren gel 2.32% plus an anti-inflammatory blend of essential oils. I must also use tramadol sometimes, but maybe only 2x a week. Chair yoga and stretching also help. Fortunately middle of night stretching doesn't bother my husband in bed.
I think it helps to live 7 months a year in a senior community where everyone "gets it" and we just live within each person's limits. Today, for example, I cleaned and rearranged community cabinets for 3 hours. Nobody cares whether I will finish tomorrow or Sunday!
Sue