Woolcock Institute Of Medical Research

This study tested a mobile app called SleepFix that provides digital behavioral therapy for insomnia in 128 older adults aged 50+ who also had mild memory concerns. Participants either used the app or received online sleep health education. The goal was to see if the app could re…

This study tested a smartphone app that teaches older adults (60+) simple behavioral tricks to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. 270 participants used either the app or received online sleep tips. The goal was to see if the app could reduce insomnia symptoms more effecti…

This study tested a mobile app called SleepFix that helps people with chronic low back pain and insomnia improve their sleep. Over 100 adults used either the app or received sleep education for 3 weeks. The goal was to see if better sleep could reduce how much pain interferes wit…

This study looked at whether rotating shift workers can stick to a time-restricted eating plan, where they only eat during certain hours. Researchers wanted to see if this approach is practical and how it affects blood glucose levels during day and night shifts. 31 healthcare wor…