Physios' hidden role in mental health: new study explores screening for anxiety and depression
NCT ID NCT07177547
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study interviews 18 physiotherapists in private practice to understand how they screen for anxiety and depression in patients with chronic neck, shoulder, and low back pain. The goal is to identify what helps or hinders these mental health checks. The study does not test any treatment but aims to improve future care.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help improve how physiotherapists identify and refer patients with anxiety and depression, leading to better overall care for chronic pain.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage qualitative study with only 18 participants, so findings may not apply to all physiotherapists or settings. It does not test any treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Axxon website
Leuven, Belgium
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