Hands-On therapy shows promise for depression relief
NCT ID NCT05065580
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tested whether osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) — a hands-on therapy using gentle pressure and stretching — can help reduce symptoms of major depression. Twenty-five adults with depression received weekly 30-minute OMT sessions for 8 weeks. Researchers measured changes in depression and physical symptom scores before and after treatment.
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Lakeland Regional Healthcare
Saint Joseph, Michigan, 49085, United States
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