Menopause symptoms in Spanish women aged 40–70 and how activity affects them
Official title: Prevalence of Menopause-associated Symptoms Throughout the Menopausal Transition in Women Aged 40 to 70 Residing in Spain and Its Relationship With Physical Activity.
Run by Cuerpos Serranos S.L. · NCT07596069 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study will see if menopause-related symptoms are common among women aged 40 to 70 living in Spain and whether higher physical activity levels are linked to fewer or milder symptoms.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 40 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 15000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Cuerpos Serranos S.L. Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 2 sites (Madrid and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 18, 2026 |
| Main results expected | September 2026 |
| Study ends | December 2026 |
| Registry record updated | July 28, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07596069 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Women aged 40–70 who reside in Spain and can complete an online Spanish-language questionnaire.
✕Probably not a fit
Individuals who do not engage in online surveys or who have symptoms not related to menopause may see limited relevance to their situation.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study recruits women aged 40 to 70 who live in Spain to describe how common menopause-related symptoms are across premenopause, perimenopause, and postmenopause. It will collect information on physical activity, body weight, health history, and social factors to explore associations with symptom presence and bother. The study uses an online questionnaire to assess reproductive stage and lifestyle factors, aiming to identify patterns that relate activity levels to symptom burden. Results may help inform recommendations for managing symptoms through lifestyle changes. No interventions are tested; the goal is to observe existing relationships in a real-world setting.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If associations are found, participants and clinicians may gain insights into how staying physically active could relate to less bothersome menopause symptoms.
How similar studies have gone: Previous observational work has shown links between physical activity and mood or fatigue in midlife women, supporting potential relevance of this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Female sex. * Age 40 to 70 years. * Residence in Spain. * Ability to understand and complete the online questionnaire. Exclusion Criteria: * Failure to provide electronic informed consent. * Inability to understand the study information or complete the online questionnaire in Spanish.
Where it's running
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Cuerpos Serranos S.L.
Madrid, Spain Recruiting -
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Madrid, Spain Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: María Ángeles García, PhD — Cuerpos Serranos S.L.
- Study coordinator: Ana Belén Peinado, PhD
- Email: anabelen.peinado@upm.es
- Phone: 910677988
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.