Impact of Resistance Training on Menopausal Symptoms in Women
Effects of Progressive Resistance Training on Depression , Fatigue and Vasomotor Symptoms in Post Menopausal Women
This study is testing if resistance training can help reduce menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, depression, and fatigue in women aged 50 to 60.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 64 (estimated) |
| Ages | 50 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Samundry) |
| Trial ID | NCT06166264 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of progressive resistance training on vasomotor symptoms, depression, and fatigue in postmenopausal women aged 50 to 60. Conducted at Civil Hospital and Kalsoom Hospital Samundry, the study will randomly assign 26 participants into two groups: one receiving resistance training and health education, and the other receiving only health education. Data will be collected at baseline and after 8 weeks of treatment, with analysis performed using SPSS version 21. The aim is to explore the relationship between resistance training and the alleviation of menopausal symptoms.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are postmenopausal women aged 50 to 60 experiencing moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic metabolic or endocrine diseases, those receiving hormone replacement therapy, or individuals with cognitive impairment may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-pharmacological approach to alleviate menopausal symptoms and improve the quality of life for postmenopausal women.
How similar studies have performed: While many studies have focused on hormone therapy for menopausal symptoms, this approach of examining resistance training is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Post-menopausal women with age 50 - 60 years Blood pressure less than 160 / 100 More than or equal to 4 moderate-severe vasomotor symptoms including hot flushes, nocturnal sweats, sweating and poor sleep. Exclusion Criteria: Chronic metabolic and endocrine diseases Receiving hormone replacement treatment Surgical menopause Cognitive impairment
Where this trial is running
Samundry
- Civil Hospital Samundry — Samundry, Pakistan (Recruiting)
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.