Float therapy for healthcare workers with PTSD
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether floating in a shallow pool of water can help reduce PTSD and stress-related symptoms in first responders and emergency medical personnel. If you're a healthcare worker struggling with work-related trauma, this floating therapy might offer relief.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be a first responder (like a firefighter, police officer, EMT) or emergency medical personnel.
- You need to have work-related PTSD symptoms, such as recurring memories, avoidance, or high stress impact.
- You must be able to speak, read, and understand English.
- You cannot have certain other mental health disorders like psychosis, bipolar disorder, or severe substance use disorder.
- You must be comfortable lying in a shallow pool of water and follow pre-float instructions.
- You cannot have certain medical conditions, be pregnant, or have recent medication changes.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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