Improving sleep through combined behavioral therapy and body heating techniques
Official title: Optimizing an integrated passive body heating and behavioral intervention for insomnia
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-10871645 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring a new way to help people with insomnia by combining a popular therapy called CBT-I with relaxing methods like hot baths or infrared saunas, to see if this mix can make it easier for you to sleep better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $737,480 |
| NIH project number | 1R34AT012767-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10871645 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who experience insomnia and have not found relief from traditional cognitive behavioral therapy alone.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have insomnia or those who prefer pharmacological treatments over behavioral interventions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach to treating insomnia by combining cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) with passive body heating methods, such as hot baths or infrared saunas. The goal is to enhance the effectiveness of CBT-I, which is already a recommended treatment, by addressing both psychological and physiological factors that contribute to sleep difficulties. Participants will engage in digital CBT-I sessions and receive guidance on passive body heating techniques to improve their sleep quality. The study aims to assess how well this integrated approach works and how acceptable it is for patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a more effective treatment option for individuals suffering from insomnia, potentially leading to better sleep quality and overall health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using behavioral therapies and body heating techniques separately for improving sleep, suggesting that this integrated approach may also be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mason, Ashley E. — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Mason, Ashley E.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.