Internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia comorbid with chronic benign pain - A randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Comorbid sleep disturbances are common among individuals with chronic pain, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i) has proven effective for such individuals. Nonetheless, research on web-based CBT-i tailored for patients with both chronic pain and insomnia is limited. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of internet-based CBT-i and to explore potential mechanisms underlying treatment outcomes.

Methods

In this study, 85 participants suffering from comorbid insomnia and chronic pain were randomized into two groups: Internet-based CBT for Insomnia (ICBT-i) and Internet-based Applied Relaxation (IAR). Both interventions spanned eight weeks, supported by therapeutic guidance throughout.

Results

Participation was modest, with

SUBMITTER: Bothelius K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11533069 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature