Massage eases postpartum depression in small study

NCT ID NCT06539858

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study looked at whether massage therapy can improve mood and daily functioning in new mothers. 28 women within 6 months of giving birth were split into two groups: one received a 45-minute massage once a week for 4 weeks, the other did not. Researchers measured depression and functional status before and after the treatment period.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Yalova

    Yalova, Turkey (Türkiye)

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