Sleep and Musculoskeletal Pain - The Crucial Link

Course overview

This is an asynchronous online course designed for physiotherapists, occupational therapists, osteopaths, and other clinicians managing patients with musculoskeletal pain. The course explores the bidirectional relationship between sleep disturbances and persistent pain, including the biological mechanisms linking sleep quality and pain perception. Participants will learn to assess sleep patterns, identify contributing factors to poor sleep, and integrate evidence-informed strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) into rehabilitation programs. Clinicians completing the course will gain practical skills to address sleep issues in patients, enhancing recovery, functional outcomes, and overall pain management.