SynthesisFrontiers in medicine2026
Emerging trends and hotspots in cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic pain: a bibliometric analysis.
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Abstract
Background: Despite growing interest in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for chronic pain, bibliometric analyses in this field remain scarce. This study provides a multi-dimensional bibliometric analysis of literature from 2005 to 2024 to summarize research trends and guide future directions. Methods: Literature was retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection and clinical trial records from PubMed (2005-2024). Data analysis and visualization were conducted using Microsoft Excel, Scimago Graphica, VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and the R-package "bibliometrix" to evaluate publication trends, institutional contributions, and clinical design characteristics. Results: A total of 1,070 papers involving 67 countries, 1,584 institutions, and 4,820 authors were identified. The United States dominated the field, contributing 59.16% of total publications and ranking first in citations. The University of Washington emerged as the most productive institution, while The Journal of Pain led in total publications (7.01%). Analysis of keywords-such as Depression, Sleep, Anxiety, and Quality of Life-highlights current hotspots. Research increasingly focuses on validating digital interventions, managing comorbidities (e.g., insomnia, mood disorders), and tailoring personalized treatment strategies for specific populations. Conclusion: Research on CBT for chronic pain is flourishing. This first systematic bibliometric analysis identifies digital interventions, comorbidity management, and personalized treatment as primary research hotspots. It provides a strategic roadmap for future mechanism-oriented clinical trials, interdisciplinary integration, and real-world applications.
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