Related Experiment Video
Updated: Dec 14, 2025

Meta-Analysis of the Effectiveness and Safety of Shugan Jieyu Capsules for the Treatment of Insomnia
Published on: February 17, 2023
The effectiveness of different exercise modalities on sleep quality: A protocol for systematic review and network
Peiye Cao1, Ying Cai2, Shifang Zhang2
1Peking University People's Hospital.
Background:
Recently, the effect of exercise on sleep quality has been paid increasing attention by researchers. A number of systematic reviews and direct meta-analyses have explored the effectiveness of exercise on sleep quality. However, which type of exercise is optimal for sleep quality is still not clear. Therefore, this study aims to adopt network meta-analysis to evaluate the effect of different exercise modalities on sleep quality and find the most effective one for improving sleep quality.
Methods:
The databases searched included PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE, CENTRAL, PsycINFO, and SPORTDiscus. Studies published in English and from the dates of database inception to October 8, 2019, were included. Besides, we also checked the reference lists of systematic reviews published in recent years. Two independent researchers screened all studies, included the studies that met eligible criteria and will then extract data. The risk of bias will be assessed by the 2 researchers according to the modified Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool. During these processes, any disagreement will be discussed to reach a consensus. STATA 14.0 software will be used for direct meta-analysis and network meta-analysis.
Results:
High-quality synthesis of current evidences will be provided from Pittsburgh sleep quality index. And the effectiveness of different exercise modalities for sleep quality will also be shown.
Conclusion:
This study will provide the evidence of the most effective exercise for better sleep quality.
Registration:
This study was registered with the International Platform of Registered Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Protocols (registration number: INPLASY202050096).
Related Concept Videos
Substance Use Disorders Affecting Sleep
Understanding the concepts of physical dependence,...
Management of Insomnia
Sedatives and Hypnotics Drugs: Miscellaneous Agents
Melatonin congeners like ramelteon (Rozerem) and tasimelteon (Hetlioz) selectively bind to melatonin receptors (MT1 and MT2) and thus mimic the actions of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles. Tasimelteon is primarily used for non-24-hour sleep-wake disorder, common in blind patients. They are also used to treat conditions like insomnia...
Insufficient Sleep and Sleep Deprivation
Sleep deprivation is a more severe form of sleep loss...
Insomnia
Multiple factors contribute...
Sleep-Wake Cycles
NREM Sleep
NREM sleep comprises four progressive stages that seamlessly merge:

