Crossover Point Exercise for Depression and Anxiety in Postmenopausal Women
Effects of Crossover Point Exercise on Depression, Anxiety and Stress in Chinese Postmenopausal Women
This study is testing if a special exercise program can help reduce depression and anxiety in Chinese postmenopausal women.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Beijing Sport University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Beijing) |
| Trial ID | NCT06449807 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of a Crossover Point (COP) Exercise Program on mental health outcomes, specifically depression, anxiety, and stress, in Chinese postmenopausal women. It employs a randomized, single-blind design with two groups: one receiving the exercise intervention and the other serving as a control. Participants will undergo assessments before and after the intervention to evaluate changes in mental health and related factors. The study aims to provide insights into how targeted exercise can improve psychological well-being in this demographic.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are postmenopausal women without severe chronic diseases or contraindications to exercise.
Not a fit: Patients with severe chronic illnesses or those currently on medications affecting psychological testing may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance mental health and quality of life for postmenopausal women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with exercise interventions for mental health, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Postmenopausal women without incapacitating chronic disease or contraindications to exercise * baseline mental health * no severe chronic diseases or exercise contraindications * ability to understand the research details and voluntarily sign the informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: * Women with undetermined menopause； * BMI \<18.5 kg/m2 or BMI \>28 kg/m2 * uncontrolled hypertension (systolic blood pressure \>160 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure \>110 mmHg) * life-threatening illness with a prognosis of \<5 years * currently receiving estrogen therapy * currently taking medication that may affect psychological testing * contraindications to exercise
Where this trial is running
Beijing
- School of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing Sport University — Beijing, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Peizhen Zhang
- Email: zhpzh@bsu.edu.cn
- Phone: 01062989581
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.