New study aims to tackle physical health in mental health wards

NCT ID NCT06996899

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Charles Darwin University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will test a tool called the Health Improvement Profile (HIP) in a mental health inpatient unit. The HIP is a checklist that helps clinicians spot physical health problems like high blood pressure or poor diet in people being treated for mental illness. Researchers will see if it's practical to use and whether it helps patients improve their health after leaving the hospital.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Health Improvement Profile (HIP) screening and behavior change tool
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that a simple health check helps mental health patients improve their physical health and reduce chronic disease risks.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 25 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It also relies on patient motivation to follow recommendations after discharge.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Disease mental disorder psychiatric disorder

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CHRONIC DISEASES MENTAL ILLNESSES PHYSICAL HEALTH

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