SynthesisBMC public health2024
Effect of different physical activity interventions on perinatal depression: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.
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8 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Multidimensional psychological and neurophysiological effects of moderate- and low-intensity exercise on pregnant women: an integrative systematic review and Bayesian framework network meta-analysis.Archives of women's mental health · 2026Pooled it
- Physical activity modalities and dosing for postpartum depression, anxiety and quality of life: a network meta-analysis and dose response of randomized trials.BMC public health · 2026Pooled it
- Prevalence, predictors, and functional impact of postpartum depression using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) among 830 women.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026Observational
- The Impact of Prenatal Yoga on Hip Mobility and Delivery Outcomes.International journal of exercise science · 2026Article
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- Association between postpartum depression and maternal skeletal muscle mass evaluated using bioelectrical impedance analysis: a prospective cohort study.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2025Article
- Preferences of patients with depression for exercises: a discrete choice experiment.BMC public health · 2025Article
- Associations between physical activity and prenatal depression and anxiety symptoms: a cross-sectional study.Frontiers in public health · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundPerinatal depression can have profound impacts on both families and society. Exercise therapy is gradually becoming a widely used adjunct treatment for perinatal depression. Some studies have already focused on the relationship between physical activity and perinatal depression (PND). However, there is currently a lack of systematic and comprehensive evidence to address the crucial question of making optimal choices among different forms of physical activity. This study aims to compare and rank different physical activity intervention strategies and identify the most effective one for perinatal depression.
methodsFour databases, namely PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, and Web of Science, were searched for randomized controlled trials assessing the impact of physical activity interventions on perinatal depression. The search covered the period from the inception of the databases until May 2024. Two researchers independently conducted literature screening, data extraction, and quality assessment. Network meta-analysis was performed using Stata 15.1.
resultsA total of 48 studies were included in the analysis. The results indicate that relaxation therapy has the most effective outcome in reducing perinatal depression (SUCRA = 99.4%). Following that is mind-body exercise (SUCRA = 80.6%). Traditional aerobics and aquatic sports were also effective interventions (SUCRA = 70.9% and 67.1%, respectively).
conclusionOur study suggests that integrated mental and physical (MAP) training such as relaxation therapy and mind-body exercise show better performance in reducing perinatal depression. Additionally, while exercise has proven to be effective, the challenge lies in finding ways to encourage people to maintain a consistent exercise routine.
trial registrationThis study has been registered on PROSPERO (CRD 42,023,469,537).
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