SLEEP QUALITY

This study tested whether painting metal roofs with a special reflective coating (cool roofs) can lower indoor temperatures and improve health in Niue. 288 adults living in single-story homes with metal roofs took part. Researchers measured heart rate, blood sugar, depression, an…

This study looked at whether taking a short 15-20 minute nap each day for six weeks could help healthy workers feel less stressed, less depressed, and sleep better. 40 volunteers who worked day or shift jobs took part. Researchers measured changes using standard sleep, depression…

This study tested a 6-month exercise program that combines acupunch moves with SPOZ technology (a device that tracks movement) in 142 older adults with dementia. The goal was to see if it could improve balance, strength, and daily living skills. Researchers measured things like w…

This study tested whether giving a combination of two sedative drugs (dexmedetomidine and esketamine) at night can improve sleep quality for adults in the intensive care unit who need a breathing machine or high-flow oxygen. Researchers measured sleep stages using brain monitorin…

This study tested four different nutritional supplements to see if they could improve sleep quality in healthy adults. Over 12 weeks, 376 participants took either a supplement or a placebo pill, and researchers measured sleep disturbances, daytime sleepiness, and insomnia severit…

This study looked at whether Liuzijue Qigong, a gentle breathing exercise, can improve lung function in older adults who have had a stroke. 70 people aged 60-80 with a recent stroke took part. Researchers measured their breathing, walking ability, and quality of life before and a…

This study tested whether a daily mix of plant protein and two herbs (ashwagandha and rhodiola) could improve sleep in 100 adults aged 35-70 with sleep problems. Participants took either the active supplement or a placebo for 30 days and reported their sleep quality daily. The go…

This study tested a sleep medication called lemborexant in 82 adults with liver cirrhosis who had trouble sleeping. The goal was to see if the drug could improve sleep quality safely. The approach used a drug that works differently from common sleep aids to avoid liver-related ri…

This study tested whether laughter yoga can reduce fatigue, improve sleep quality, and boost psychological well-being in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Forty adults with MS took part, and their symptoms were measured before and after six weeks of laughter yoga sessions. The…

This study tested a sleep program for new parents and their babies to see if it could improve sleep, mental health, and infant health. Over 300 parents of newborns (including those needing special care) took part. The program included sleep education, relaxation training, and sup…

This study tested whether a simple eye-ear sleep band could improve sleep for 100 adults hospitalized with heart problems. Patients wore the band one night and had standard care another night. Sleep quality was measured each morning. The goal was to see if this low-cost, non-drug…

This study tested whether a short lesson on good sleep habits could improve sleep and blood pressure in adults with high blood pressure. 138 people took part, with half receiving the sleep lesson and a brochure, and the other half getting usual care. After 8 weeks, the group that…

This study looked at whether progressive relaxation exercises can help people with type 2 diabetes who have nerve pain, fatigue, and poor sleep. 88 adults took part, and researchers measured changes in pain, tiredness, and sleep quality. The goal was to see if a simple, non-drug …

This study looked at whether reflexology (a type of foot massage) can reduce pain, improve sleep, and stabilize vital signs in people who have had a stroke. Seventy adults were split into two groups: one received 12 reflexology sessions over six weeks plus usual care, the other r…

This study looked at whether a six-week health behavior training program could improve sleep quality and physical activity in pregnant women. 57 women in their early third trimester took part. The training group received education on healthy habits, while the control group had on…

This study tested whether omega-3 supplements (a healthy fat found in fish oil) can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, and improve memory and sleep. 64 Saudi adults with high stress took either omega-3 or a placebo daily for three months. Results showed that those taking ome…

This study looked at whether Reiki, a hands-on relaxation therapy, can ease pain, reduce fatigue, and improve sleep in older adults living in nursing homes. Sixty residents aged 50 and older with chronic pain took part in a four-week Reiki program. Researchers measured changes us…

This study tested a device called BTL-699-2 in 43 adults to see if it could improve sleep quality and lower stress. Participants received six treatments and filled out questionnaires about their sleep and stress levels. The goal was to find a safe, non-drug way to help people sle…

This study tested whether acupressure—a gentle finger pressure technique—can help intensive care patients with pain, sleep, anxiety, and their sense of nursing care. Sixty adults in the ICU were split into three groups: one received real acupressure, one received a fake version, …

This study tested whether a simple, self-applied ear massage could improve sleep quality in 60 women who experienced an earthquake. Participants with poor sleep performed the massage twice daily for 14 days. Sleep was measured using questionnaires and a wrist-worn activity tracke…

This study looked at whether using smart devices and a cloud platform can help middle-aged and older adults in Taiwan better manage health issues like high blood pressure, diabetes, and weight. About 199 people from four communities used devices to track their health data, which …

This study looked at 48 young adults (half with bruxism, half without) to understand how teeth grinding and clenching relate to posture, muscle stiffness, pain, and jaw function. Researchers used special tools to measure posture, pain thresholds, and muscle tightness. The goal wa…

This study measured how common restless legs syndrome is in people with temporomandibular joint (jaw) disorders and whether it impacts sleep quality. Researchers compared 102 adults with and without jaw problems using questionnaires. The goal was to better understand the connecti…

This study looked at whether the way a child's jaw is aligned (called sagittal skeletal malocclusion) affects their sleep quality. Researchers studied 164 children aged 7 to 13 who had no other mouth or breathing problems. They measured sleep quality using a parent questionnaire …

This study followed 18 adults with active ankylosing spondylitis (a type of arthritis affecting the spine) to see how their sleep and physical activity changed after starting a new medication. Participants wore activity monitors and had overnight sleep tests at the start and agai…

This study looked at how bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching) affects breathing, muscle strength, balance, and sleep quality. Researchers compared 34 adults with bruxism to healthy people to see if there were differences. The goal was to better understand the health impacts of t…