Impact of Non-Pharmacological Approaches on Sleep Quality Among Elderly Individuals: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials - Takeaways - MDSpire

Impact of Non-Pharmacological Approaches on Sleep Quality Among Elderly Individuals: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

  • By

  • Jia Song

  • Heng Dong

  • Chunying Wang

  • Yanxi Zheng

  • Yangzhen Huang

  • Yilin Wei

  • Kangkang Zhang

  • Hua Qing

  • Zhongbao Xiong

  • Yangyang Pan

  • Manwei Chen

  • Ruizhe Kang

  • Bishwajit Ghose

  • Dongfeng Tang

  • Ruoxi Wang

  • Chengxu Long

  • Yunfei Li

  • Shangfeng Tang

  • February 25, 2026

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    Population aging is a significant public health challenge, with older adults projected to exceed younger populations by the 2070s.

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    Sleep disturbances affect 40–70% of older adults, leading to serious health risks, including cognitive decline and increased vulnerability.

  • 3

    Pharmacological treatments for sleep issues in older adults have limited benefits and significant risks, highlighting the need for safer alternatives.

  • 4

    Non-pharmacological interventions, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and exercise, are recommended as first-line treatments for insomnia.

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    This study employs network meta-analysis to compare the effectiveness of various non-pharmacological interventions for improving sleep quality in older adults.

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Impact of Non-Pharmacological Approaches on Sleep Quality Among Elderly Individuals: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

  • by Jia Song, Heng Dong, Chunying Wang, Yanxi Zheng, Yangzhen Huang, Yilin Wei, Kangkang Zhang, Hua Qing, Zhongbao Xiong, Yangyang Pan, Manwei Chen, Ruizhe Kang, Bishwajit Ghose, Dongfeng Tang, Ruoxi Wang, Chengxu Long, Yunfei Li, Shangfeng Tang

  • February 25, 2026

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