Physical ActivityAP&DepressionNCT07129928
Organizational Strategies and Psychosocial Skills for Maintaining Physical Activity After a Depressive Episode: a 3-month Post-rehabilitation Study.
An observational study of Physical Activity and Depression Disorder, run by Hopital La Musse at 1 site in France.
Trial summary
With nearly 280 million people affected worldwide (2022), the management of depression represents a major public health issue. The study titled "Organizational Strategies and Psychosocial Skills to Maintain Physical Activity after a Depressive Episode: A 3-Month Post-Rehabilitation Study" (AP\&Depression) fits within… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Physical Activity, Depression Disorder, Rehabilitation
- How many people
- 15 participants
- Where
- 1 siteFrance
- Study dates
- 25 Sep 2025to 31 Dec 2027
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Study population: The chosen study population consists of patients who have experienced a depressive episode
Who may be able to join
- Patient over 18 years old
- French-speaking patient
- Patient with a depressive episode diagnosed by a physician
- Patient who completed a stay at the Rehabilitation Center (CDR) at the Clinique des Portes de l'Eure
- Patient at 3 months post-rehabilitation stay
- Patient who completed an initial assessment (T0) at the Maison Sport Santé during the clinic stay
Who cannot join
- Exacerbation of the condition
- Patient who has already completed a 3-month follow-up assessment at the Maison Sport Santé (MSS)
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
France1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Hôpital La Musse
Saint-Sébastien-de-Morsent, 27180
Héloïse BAILLET, +33(0)232293047, h.baillet@hlrs-lamusse.net
Héloïse BAILLET, Dr
About this study
With nearly 280 million people affected worldwide (2022), the management of depression represents a major public health issue. The study titled "Organizational Strategies and Psychosocial Skills to Maintain Physical Activity after a Depressive Episode: A 3-Month Post-Rehabilitation Study" (AP\&Depression) fits within this context. Physical activity (PA) is now recognized as an effective complementary therapy to pharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatments, helping to regulate mood and reduce depressive symptoms. However, despite these proven benefits, individuals who have experienced a depressive episode often struggle to maintain regular physical activity once they leave the hospital setting. This study aims to identify the mechanisms that influence the continuation of PA after hospitalization by exploring organizational strategies, psychosocial skills, and individual determinants involved in this process.
Depression is a debilitating illness characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest, chronic fatigue, and impaired cognitive and physical abilities (DSM-5, 2013). Among the aggravating factors, sedentary behavior plays a key role, whereas PA is associated with a significant reduction in the risk of relapse. Yet, 67.8% of individuals with depression do not meet the recommended 150 minutes of weekly PA, and this figure rises to 85.7% when activity is measured objectively. This situation is explained by several barriers: lack of motivation, low self-efficacy, fluctuating mood disorders, social isolation, and limited access to exercise facilities. Conversely, certain factors facilitate the resumption of PA after a depressive episode, including structured support, the establishment of routines, social support, and therapeutic education.
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The study relies on a qualitative methodology using semi-structured interviews conducted with 15 patients who stayed at the Rehabilitation Center of the Clinique des Portes de l'Eure. Participants are selected according to the following criteria: aged over 18, medically diagnosed with a depressive episode, underwent rehabilitation, and completed an initial assessment at the Maison Sport Santé. They will be interviewed three months after discharge to explore their PA practices. Data will be analyzed using NVivo software, following the COREQ (Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research) guidelines. The analysis of transcripts will help identify the organizational strategies implemented, the psychosocial skills involved, and the individual determinants influencing the maintenance of regular PA.
The expected results should highlight that patients adopt various strategies to maintain PA after hospitalization. Session planning, the gradual integration of PA into daily life, and the anticipation of obstacles are major levers for establishing a sustainable routine. In addition, psychosocial skills, such as stress management and interaction with a support network, emerge as essential elements for maintaining regular physical activity. However, several obstacles may be identified, including persistent fatigue, mood fluctuations, lack of organization, and social isolation. These findings underscore the importance of personalized support after rehabilitation, particularly through mechanisms such as Patient Therapeutic Education (PTE) or individualized follow-up in Maisons Sport Santé.
The aim of this study is to shed light on the mechanisms that enable individuals who have experienced a depressive episode to autonomously maintain physical activity after hospitalization. This research seeks to provide concrete recommendations for improving support during and after hospitalization to enhance adherence to PA. The study's conclusions could contribute to the development of new therapeutic approaches aimed at improving patients' quality of life.
- Keywords
- Physical activity, depression, Rehabilitation, Organizational strategies, Psychosocial skills, Determinants of physical activity
- Medical subject headings
- Motor Activity, Depression
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Interview | After recruiting the participants and obtaining their non-opposition to take part in the study, each individual will take part in a semi-structured interview during their 3-month post-stay assessment at the Rehabilitation Center (CDR). |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Identification of patients' organizational strategies observed during the semi-structured interview
The primary outcome of this study is the identification of organizational strategies used by patients who have experienced a depressive episode to maintain autonomous physical activity three months after their hospitalization. The objective is to evaluate the mechanisms that support the continuation of physical activity outside the hospital setting and to understand the main driving factors. These strategies will be observed during the semi-structured interview (verbatims analysis).
Measured: Day 1
Identification of patients' psychosocial skills observed during the semi-structured interview
The primary outcome of this study is the identification of psychosocial skills used by patients who have experienced a depressive episode to maintain autonomous physical activity three months after their hospitalization. The objective is to evaluate the mechanisms that support the continuation of physical activity outside the hospital setting and to understand the main driving factors. These skills will be observed during the semi-structured interview (verbatims analysis).
Measured: Day 1
Identification of patients' individual determinants observed during semi-structured interview
The primary outcome of this study is the identification of individual determinants used by patients who have experienced a depressive episode to maintain autonomous physical activity three months after their hospitalization. The objective is to evaluate the mechanisms that support the continuation of physical activity outside the hospital setting and to understand the main driving factors. These determinants will be observed during semi-structured interview (verbatims analysis).
Measured: Day 1
Secondary outcomes (1)
Analyze the specific barriers encountered by these patients in maintaining regular physical activity, through the analysis of semi-structured interviews.
The secondary outcomes focus on analyzing the specific barriers encountered by these patients in maintaining regular physical activity.
In addition, the study aims to assess the frequency and persistence of physical activity after a stay in the Rehabilitation Center (CDR), by identifying both the obstacles and the facilitators to achieving long-term autonomy in physical activity (analysis of verbatim transcripts following semi-structured interviews).
Measured: Day 1
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted19 Aug 2025
- Study start25 Sep 2025
- Primary completion31 Dec 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion31 Dec 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Physical ActivityStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
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More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Enrolment
- 15 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Hopital La Musse
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Clinique des portes de l'Eure
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07129928
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2025-A00592-47
- Acronym
- AP&Depression
- Status last verified
- Oct 2026
- First submitted
- 2 Jul 2025
- Last updated
- 30 Oct 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 30 Oct 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Organizational Strategies and Psychosocial Skills for Maintaining Physical Activity After a Depressive Episode: a 3-month Post-rehabilitation Study.
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07129928
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- AP&Depression / 2025-A00592-47
- Keywords
- Physical activity, depression, Rehabilitation, Organizational strategies, Psychosocial skills, Determinants of physical activity
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 15 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Hopital La MusseUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Clinique des portes de l'Eure
- Study start
- 25 Sep 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 31 Dec 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 31 Dec 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 19 Aug 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
With nearly 280 million people affected worldwide (2022), the management of depression represents a major public health issue. The study titled "Organizational Strategies and Psychosocial Skills to Maintain Physical Activity after a Depressive Episode: A 3-Month Post-Rehabilitation Study" (AP\&Depression) fits within this context. Physical activity (PA) is now recognized as an effective complementary therapy to pharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatments, helping to regulate mood and reduce depressive symptoms. However, despite these proven benefits, individuals who have experienced a depressive episode often struggle to maintain regular physical activity once they leave the hospital setting. This study aims to identify the mechanisms that influence the continuation of PA after hospitalization by exploring organizational strategies, psychosocial skills, and individual determinants involved in this process.
Depression is a debilitating illness characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest, chronic fatigue, and impaired cognitive and physical abilities (DSM-5, 2013). Among the aggravating factors, sedentary behavior plays a key role, whereas PA is associated with a significant reduction in the risk of relapse. Yet, 67.8% of individuals with depression do not meet the recommended 150 minutes of weekly PA, and this figure rises to 85.7% when activity is measured objectively. This situation is explained by several barriers: lack of motivation, low self-efficacy, fluctuating mood disorders, social isolation, and limited access to exercise facilities. Conversely, certain factors facilitate the resumption of PA after a depressive episode, including structured support, the establishment of routines, social support, and therapeutic education.
The study relies on a qualitative methodology using semi-structured interviews conducted with 15 patients who stayed at the Rehabilitation Center of the Clinique des Portes de l'Eure. Participants are selected according to the following criteria: aged over 18, medically diagnosed with a depressive episode, underwent rehabilitation, and completed an initial assessment at the Maison Sport Santé. They will be interviewed three months after discharge to explore their PA practices. Data will be analyzed using NVivo software, following the COREQ (Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research) guidelines. The analysis of transcripts will help identify the organizational strategies implemented, the psychosocial skills involved, and the individual determinants influencing the maintenance of regular PA.
The expected results should highlight that patients adopt various strategies to maintain PA after hospitalization. Session planning, the gradual integration of PA into daily life, and the anticipation of obstacles are major levers for establishing a sustainable routine. In addition, psychosocial skills, such as stress management and interaction with a support network, emerge as essential elements for maintaining regular physical activity. However, several obstacles may be identified, including persistent fatigue, mood fluctuations, lack of organization, and social isolation. These findings underscore the importance of personalized support after rehabilitation, particularly through mechanisms such as Patient Therapeutic Education (PTE) or individualized follow-up in Maisons Sport Santé.
The aim of this study is to shed light on the mechanisms that enable individuals who have experienced a depressive episode to autonomously maintain physical activity after hospitalization. This research seeks to provide concrete recommendations for improving support during and after hospitalization to enhance adherence to PA. The study's conclusions could contribute to the development of new therapeutic approaches aimed at improving patients' quality of life.
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Interview | – | –After recruiting the participants and obtaining their non-opposition to take part in the study, each individual will take part in a semi-structured interview during their 3-month post-stay assessment at the Rehabilitation Center (CDR). |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
- Study population
- The chosen study population consists of patients who have experienced a depressive episode
Key inclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Patient over 18 years old
- French-speaking patient
- Patient with a depressive episode diagnosed by a physician
- Patient who completed a stay at the Rehabilitation Center (CDR) at the Clinique des Portes de l'Eure
- Patient at 3 months post-rehabilitation stay
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Exacerbation of the condition
- Patient who has already completed a 3-month follow-up assessment at the Maison Sport Santé (MSS)
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Primary outcome
Identification of patients' organizational strategies observed during the semi-structured interview
Time frame: Day 1
The primary outcome of this study is the identification of organizational strategies used by patients who have experienced a depressive episode to maintain autonomous physical activity three months after their hospitalization. The objective is to evaluate the mechanisms that support the continuation of physical activity outside the hospital setting and to understand the main driving factors. These strategies will be observed during the semi-structured interview (verbatims analysis).
Identification of patients' psychosocial skills observed during the semi-structured interview
Time frame: Day 1
The primary outcome of this study is the identification of psychosocial skills used by patients who have experienced a depressive episode to maintain autonomous physical activity three months after their hospitalization. The objective is to evaluate the mechanisms that support the continuation of physical activity outside the hospital setting and to understand the main driving factors. These skills will be observed during the semi-structured interview (verbatims analysis).
Identification of patients' individual determinants observed during semi-structured interview
Time frame: Day 1
The primary outcome of this study is the identification of individual determinants used by patients who have experienced a depressive episode to maintain autonomous physical activity three months after their hospitalization. The objective is to evaluate the mechanisms that support the continuation of physical activity outside the hospital setting and to understand the main driving factors. These determinants will be observed during semi-structured interview (verbatims analysis).
1 secondary outcome
Analyze the specific barriers encountered by these patients in maintaining regular physical activity, through the analysis of semi-structured interviews.
Time frame: Day 1
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 30 Oct 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Physical Activity and Depression Disorder, run by Hopital La Musse at 1 site in France.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 6 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 30 Oct 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in France. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Héloïse BAILLET (+33(0)232293047, h.baillet@hlrs-lamusse.net), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Identification of patients' organizational strategies observed during the semi-structured interview (time frame: Day 1). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 30 Oct 2026.