Research advances in physical activity and insomnia: a bibliometric and thematic evolution analysis - Summary - MDSpire

Research advances in physical activity and insomnia: a bibliometric and thematic evolution analysis

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  • Junrong Chen

  • Shengchao Wang

  • Yeting Zhang

  • June 10, 2026

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Objective:

To systematically map research hotspots and evolutionary trajectories in the relationship between physical activity and insomnia, addressing the current lack of comprehensive analysis in this domain.

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • Annual growth rate of publications reached 15.12%.
    • The United States and China were the leading contributors.
    • High-impact institutions included Harvard University and the University of California system.
    • Thematic evolution revealed a shift from metabolic associations to genetic causality and digital interventions.
    Interpretation:

    The PA-insomnia research field has transitioned from validating metabolic associations to exploring genetic causalities and digital interventions, emphasizing multidisciplinary integration and digital transformation.

    Limitations:
    • The study is limited to English-language publications.
    • Analysis is confined to two databases, potentially missing relevant studies.
    Conclusion:

    Future research may focus on AI-enabled wearable systems for sleep monitoring and integrating multi-component interventions into clinical guidelines to address escalating sleep health challenges.

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