A randomized controlled study of weighted chain blankets for insomnia in psychiatric disorders.

ABSTRACT:

Study objectives

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of weighted chain blankets on insomnia and sleep-related daytime symptoms for patients with major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Methods

One hundred twenty patients were randomized (1:1) to either a weighted metal chain blanket or a light plastic chain blanket for 4 weeks. The outcome was evaluated using the Insomnia Severity Index as primary outcome measure and day and night diaries, Fatigue Symptom Inventory, and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale as secondary outcome measures. Sleep and daytime activity levels were evaluated by wrist actigraphy.

Results

At 4 weeks, there was a significant advantage in Insomnia Severity Inde

SUBMITTER: Ekholm B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7970589 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature