The Effect of Aquatic Physiotherapy on Veterans Suffering From PTSD - a 24-week Pilotproject
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Veteran and have been diagnosed with PTSD. Enjoy being in water. Have a desire for treatment and training in warm water. Will fill out questionnaires and respond to SMS messages related to treatment. Speak, read, and understand Danish fluently. Will set goals for future participation in local community activities. Have practical means to participate (Wednesday and Friday afternoons). Can attend treatment or receive assistance with transportation to treatment at Tuborgvej, 2400 Copenhagen NV. Any substance abuse should be under control (self-medication, alcohol, and drugs) Exclusion Criteria: fear of water physical condition that hinders movement in water Fear of getting water in the ears
Sites / Locations
- Lions kollegiets varmtvandsbassinRecruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Experimental
Aquatic physiotherapy treatment in warm water
The participant is placed supine in the water, supported by the physiotherapist as well as aqua noodles. The physiotherapist supports and moves the participant in the water and adapts to the participant's reaction.