Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 35 to 45 Women only

Effects of Different Resistance Training on Quality of Life in Women with Hypothyroidism

Official title: Nonlinear Versus Linear Periodized Resistance Training on Quality of Life in Females With Hypothyroidism

Run by Cairo University · NCT06757712 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether different types of strength training can improve the quality of life for women aged 35 to 45 who have hypothyroidism.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages35 Years to 45 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment75 (estimated)
SponsorCairo University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Suez)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2025
Main results expectedOctober 1, 2025
Study endsOctober 15, 2025
Registry record updatedSeptember 12, 2025
Trial IDNCT06757712 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are females aged 35 to 45 with controlled hypothyroidism and a body mass index between 30 and 34.9 kg/m2.

Probably not a fit

Patients with uncontrolled coronary or cerebrovascular disease, cognitive impairments, or those who have recently undergone musculoskeletal surgery may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to compare the effects of nonlinear and linear periodized resistance training on the quality of life in females diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Given the increasing prevalence of thyroid dysfunction, particularly among women, the study seeks to explore how structured exercise regimens can enhance physical fitness and overall well-being. Participants will engage in either nonlinear or linear periodized training, alongside their standard medical treatment, to assess improvements in their quality of life. The study will focus on women aged 35 to 45 with controlled hypothyroidism and specific body mass index criteria.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved quality of life for women with hypothyroidism through tailored exercise interventions.

How similar studies have gone: While exercise has been shown to improve quality of life in various chronic conditions, the specific comparison of nonlinear versus linear periodization in hypothyroid patients is a novel approach.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Be controlled hypothyroidism (TSH level within 0.5 - 4.5 mU/L)
* Be ranged from 35 to 45 years
* Female patients
* Body Mass Index 30-34.9 kg/m2 .
* triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index \> 4.5

Exclusion Criteria:

* history of pulmonary disease
* Patients with uncontrolled coronary or cerebrovascular disease
* Those who underwent musculoskeletal surgery within the previous year
* Recent history of lower and upper limb fracture , hip and shoulder dislocation.
* Cognitive impaired patients
* Patients with history of epilepsy
* Patients who participating in any other exercise program

Where it's running

  • Suez University
    Suez, Egypt
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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