Could neck and shoulder massage ease depression symptoms?
NCT ID NCT05065580
Summary
This small study tested whether gentle massage techniques focused on the head, neck, and shoulders could help reduce depression symptoms. Twenty-five adults with moderate to severe depression received weekly 30-minute massage sessions for eight weeks. Researchers measured changes in depression and physical symptom scores to see if this hands-on approach provided additional relief.
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Lakeland Regional Healthcare
Saint Joseph, Michigan, 49085, United States
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