Integrating cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia into best-practice care reduces pain severity in patients with knee osteoarthritis and insomnia
This protocol describes a randomized controlled trial testing whether adding 6 sessions of CBTi to 12 sessions of physical therapist-led best-practice care (BPC) reduces pain severity more than BPC plus 6 general lifestyle education sessions in 128 patients with knee osteoarthritis and insomnia. The primary outcome is between-group difference in pain severity change at 6 months post-intervention. Secondary outcomes include sleep, mood, function, inflammation biomarkers, and cost-effectiveness.
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Integrating cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia into best-practice care reduces pain severity in patients with knee osteoarthritis and insomnia The current body of evidence comprises 1 study, including 1 randomized controlled trial. EvidenceHub rates the overall confidence at 42/100 (low).
The Claim
Integrating cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia into best-practice care reduces pain severity in patients with knee osteoarthritis and insomnia
This conclusion is most relevant to: Patients with knee osteoarthritis and comorbid insomnia.
What the Research Shows
The conclusion draws on 1 linked study. Highlights from the cited literature:
- ▸Integration of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia in Best-Practice Care for Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis and Insomnia: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol. (Physical therapy, 2024) —
How It Works
The proposed biological pathway:
- ▸CBTi targets insomnia-related hyperarousal and maladaptive sleep behaviors
- ▸Improved sleep reduces pain sensitivity and inflammation
- ▸Combined with BPC (exercise, education, weight management) enhances physical function
- ▸Result: Greater reduction in pain severity and improved overall outcomes
Who Might Benefit
Evidence fit by population:
- ▸Patients with knee osteoarthritis and comorbid insomnia
Recommended Dose
6 sessions of CBTi, 12 sessions of BPC
Limitations & Caveats
Important context when interpreting this evidence:
- ▸Results are not yet available as this is a protocol paper
- ▸No blinding of participants or therapists due to the nature of behavioral interventions
- ▸Generalizability may be limited to physical therapist-led settings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary outcome of this trial?▼
The between-group difference in change in pain severity at 6 months after intervention.
How many participants are enrolled?▼
128 patients with knee osteoarthritis and insomnia are randomly allocated to intervention or control groups.
What does the control group receive?▼
The control group receives 12 sessions of best-practice knee osteoarthritis care plus 6 sessions of general lifestyle education.
Is this study completed?▼
No, this is a protocol paper outlining the methodology; results are not yet available.
References
- 1.Labie C, Runge N, Mairesse O, Nijs J, Malfliet A, Verschueren S, Van Assche D, de Vlam K, Luyten F, Bilterys T, Cools W, De Pourcq V, Delwiche B, Huysmans E, De Baets L. “Integration of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia in Best-Practice Care for Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis and Insomnia: A Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol..” Physical therapy, 2024. PMID: 38157312 DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzad181