Efficacy of individualized homeopathic treatment of insomnia: Double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial
Published: 2019 · Modality: Homeopathy · Participants: 60 patients (55 completed)
Study summary
A study by Michael J. in Kolkata, India, involving 60 patients randomised (55 completed) evaluating sleep duration and quality with homeopathy.
What is commonly claimed
Homeopathy lacks the sedative power required to treat chronic insomnia effectively.
What the study actually found
Individualized homeopathy produced a significantly better effect than placebo for hours spent in bed and total sleep time, demonstrating a natural regulatory effect on the sleep cycle.
Key findings
- Increased total sleep time.
- Improved sleep efficiency and duration.
- Superiority over placebo in chronic insomnia cases.