Status:
TERMINATED
The Effect of Exercise on Depressive Symptoms in Unmedicated Patients
Lead Sponsor:
University of Copenhagen
Conditions:
Major Depression
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-60 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This trial investigates the biological effect of exercise training on depression. Participants will randomly be allocated to either a aerobic exercise group performing exercise on stationary bikes or ...
Detailed Description
The yearly incidence of depression is estimated to be 3-5%, with a lifetime prevalence of 17% in western societies.Furthermore, Major depression is associated with increased mortality from somatic dis...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- 18 - 60 years
- Major depression according to DSM-IV
- Living within 30 km of training facilities
- Able to read and understand informed consent
Exclusion
- Recreational or current drug abuse
- Having used antidepressant medication within the last 2 months
- Contraindications to physical exercise
- Recreational exercise\> 1 hour per week
- Medication for diabetes, hypertension, or any kidney disease
- Suicidal behaviour (ham-d17 item3 \> 2)
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
September 1 2008
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
April 1 2011
Estimated Enrollment :
115 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00695552
Start Date
September 1 2008
End Date
April 1 2011
Last Update
May 11 2023
Active Locations (1)
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Psychiatric Center Bispebjerg
Copenhagen, Denmark, 2400