Aerobic Exercise Intervention for PTSD Symptoms and Sleep Quality After Earthquake

This randomized controlled trial aims to examine the effects of a moderate-intensity aerobic exercise program on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and sleep quality among earthquake survivors living in temporary accommodation centers. Participants are randomly assigned to either an exercise intervention group or a control group. The intervention group participates in supervised aerobic exercise sessions twice per week for three weeks. PTSD symptoms and sleep quality are assessed before and after the intervention using validated measurement tools. The study aims to provide evidence on the effectiveness of structured aerobic exercise in improving psychological well-being and sleep quality among individuals affected by natural disasters.

NCT Number	NCT07474259
Lead Sponsor	Malatya Turgut Ozal University
Conditions	Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Sleep Disturbance
Enrollment	82 participants
Start Date	2025-09-01
Primary Completion	2026-02-15 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-02-15 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-03-17