Can sleep therapy before a stem cell transplant boost quality of life?

NCT ID NCT07774039

First seen Aug 19, 2026 · Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Summary

This trial explores whether starting cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) early—before a stem cell transplant—can reduce insomnia and fatigue and improve quality of life. Adults planning a transplant who have sleep problems will be randomly assigned to either six weekly telehealth CBT-I sessions or usual care. The study will check if the therapy is feasible and acceptable, and whether it shows promise in helping patients feel better before and after their transplant.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), delivered via telehealth in six weekly sessions
What this could lead to
If effective, this approach could offer a practical, drug-free way to improve sleep and quality of life for people facing a stem cell transplant.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-phase study, so results may not apply broadly. The therapy requires time and commitment, and its benefits before and after transplant are not yet proven.

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Conditions

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Locations

  • University of Kansas Medical Center- Sleep, Health and Wellness Laboratory

    Kansas City, Kansas, 66160, United States

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