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Effects of Progressive Muscle Relaxation on Anxiety, Depression, and Quality of Life in Adults With Type 2 Diabetes
Sponsor: Gul Dural
Summary
This randomized controlled study evaluated the effects of an eight-week progressive muscle relaxation program on anxiety, depression, and quality of life in 80 adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Participants were randomly assigned to the intervention group (n = 40) or the control group (n = 40). The intervention included individual training lasting approximately 30-40 minutes, an educational booklet, relaxation audio recordings for home practice, and weekly telephone follow-up. Participants were instructed to practise the exercises every morning for eight weeks. The control group received no study-specific relaxation intervention. Anxiety, depression, and quality of life were assessed at baseline and at week eight. A subsequent qualitative component involved in-depth interviews with 10 participants to explore their experiences with the program.
Official title: The Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercises on Anxiety, Depression, and Quality of Life in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes: A Mixed-Methods Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
80
Start Date
2024-09-10
Completion Date
2026-04-15
Last Updated
2026-10-15
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Participants received a 30-40-minute individual training session on progressive muscle relaxation, supported by a researcher-developed information booklet. The technique involved sequentially tensing and relaxing muscle groups. Relaxation exercise audio recordings prepared by the Turkish Psychological Association were uploaded to participants' mobile devices to guide home practice. Participants were instructed to practice every morning for eight weeks. Weekly telephone calls provided follow-up throughout the intervention period.
Locations (1)
Firat University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing
Elâzığ, Turkey (Türkiye)