International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology
Volume 16, Issue 7s, 2026

To Compare The Effect Of Mitchell Relaxation Method And Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction In Improving Physical Stress Among Physiotherapy Students—An Evidence-Based Study

Divyani Gaur1*, Reena Kumari2, Vishal Verma3

1*M.P.T. (Neurorehabilitation), Sardar Bhagwan Singh University, Dehradun, India
Email: divyani2018@gmail.com

2Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, SBS University, Dehradun, India

3Assistant Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, SBS University, Dehradun, India

ABSTRACT

Background: Physiotherapy students often experience high levels of stress due to academic demands, clinical exposure, and performance pressure. Physical stress can impair their concentration, academic performance, and well-being. Various stress management techniques have been introduced, including the Mitchell Relaxation Method (MRM) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).

Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of MRM and MBSR in reducing physical stress among physiotherapy students.

Methodology: This study was a Randomized Controlled Trial conducted at SBS University. Seventy-three students were randomly assigned into two groups: Group A received MRM, and Group B received MBSR. Pre- and post-intervention assessments were done using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), General Health Questionnaire (GHQ), and Heart Rate (HR). The intervention lasted four weeks with 3 sessions per week.

Results: Both groups showed significant reduction in stress levels post-intervention. However, the MBSR group demonstrated slightly greater improvement in psychological parameters (GHQ), while the MRM group showed more improvement in physical parameters (HR).

Conclusion: Both MRM and MBSR are effective in reducing stress among physiotherapy students. MRM may be more suitable for addressing physical stress, while MBSR may be better for psychological stress.

Clinical Implication: Incorporating structured relaxation techniques like MRM and MBSR into academic routines may enhance well-being and performance in physiotherapy students.

Keywords: Physiotherapy students, Mitchell Relaxation Method, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, stress, Perceived Stress Scale, General Health Questionnaire.

How to cite this article: Gaur D, Kumari R, Verma V. To Compare The Effect Of Mitchell Relaxation Method And Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction In Improving Physical Stress Among Physiotherapy Students—An Evidence-Based Study. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(7s): 981-985; DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.7s.105

Source of support: None

Conflict of interest: None