U.S., May 22 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06983405) titled 'Physical Therapy for Depression Quality of Life (Pilot Study Protocol)' on April 24.
Brief Summary: Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) significantly impacts quality of life and health status. Standard treatments include medical, psychological, and pharmacological approaches, with physical therapy often playing a less central role. This pilot study aims to investigate the potential benefits of incorporating a physical therapy program, based on therapeutic exercise and health education, within the management of MDD in a short-stay psychiatric unit.
This project will implement a physical therapy intervention consisting of twice-weekly ses...