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Cold and Heat Investigation to Lower Levels of Depression

Barry Sandler · with Steadman Philippon Research Institute · NCT06263738

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Key facts

Compensation
Not posted. Ask the study team before screening.
Who can join
Ages 18–65 · All sexes
Healthy volunteers
Accepted
Study type
Interventional · Not applicable
Target enrollment
162
US sites recruiting
1
Study start
May 14, 2024
Record last updated
November 13, 2025

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What the study is about

This study will recruit 112 medically healthy adults (aged 18-65) currently experiencing depressive symptoms to be randomized to receive either a single Whole Body Hyperthermia (heat therapy) treatment or a Whole Body Hyperthermia treatment followed by a cold water plunge. Participants will complete a baseline assessment of their depressive symptoms as well as 1-week and 2-week post-treatment followup assessments.

Being studied: Whole Body Hyperthermia; Cold Water Plunge

Conditions: Depression; Mood Disorders; Healthy (Controls)

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

  • Individuals who currently meet study criteria for depression or individuals who do not currently meet criteria for depression
  • English or Spanish speaking (able to provide informed consent and complete questionnaires in one of these languages)
  • Able and willing to adhere to trial requirements, including attending all trial visits, preparatory and follow-up sessions, and completing all trial evaluations.

Exclusion Criteria

  • Previous adverse reaction to hypothermia, hyperthermia and/or infrared exposure
  • Use of any medication that may impact thermoregulatory capacity.
  • Pregnancy, active lactation, or intention to become pregnant during the study period.
  • Endorses current active suicidal ideation with a plan or made a suicide attempt in the prior 6 months.

Recruiting US locations

  • Vail Health Behavioral Health Innovation Center

    Edwards, CO 81632

    Site contact: Study Coordinator · 970-445-2489 · BHIC@vailhealth.org

Study contacts (from the official record)

  • Study Coordinator · 970-855-7374 · BHIC@vailhealth.org
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