Publications by authors named "Jong Rin An"
Pain Physician
November 2015
Article Synopsis
- Insomnia is prevalent in chronic neck pain (CNP) patients, significantly worsening pain, mood, and overall function, highlighting its impact on clinical outcomes.
- A study analyzed 218 CNP patients, revealing that 22.9% had clinically significant insomnia, with high pain intensity, comorbid musculoskeletal pain, and depression identified as strong risk factors—particularly depression being a major predictor.
- The research suggests that addressing insomnia is crucial in pain management for CNP patients, especially those with identified risk factors like depression.
Article Synopsis
- Insomnia is a common issue among chronic low back pain (CLBP) patients, with 43% experiencing some level of insomnia and 20% meeting criteria for significant insomnia.
- The study identified key risk factors for insomnia, including high pain intensity, comorbid musculoskeletal pain, neuropathic pain, and high levels of depression, with comorbid musculoskeletal pain being the strongest predictor.
- Addressing insomnia is crucial in the pain management strategies for CLBP patients, particularly those with additional musculoskeletal pain issues.
