Program to help women manage menopausal symptoms
Official title: Effectiveness of a Combined Education and Exercise Program on the Physical, Functional and Psychological Status of Climacteric Women.
Run by University of Valencia · NCT06419972 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests a program that helps women manage their menopausal symptoms through exercise and education to improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 45 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 115 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Valencia Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Valencia and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 30, 2024 |
| Main results expected | October 25, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 28, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | May 19, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06419972 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this program are women aged 45 and older who are in the climacteric period.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with significant musculoskeletal, cognitive, infectious, neurological, or cardiorespiratory issues may not benefit from this program.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This program focuses on non-pharmacological and non-hormonal approaches to manage menopausal symptoms in climacteric women. It emphasizes muscle training and education to improve physical well-being and psychological support during the menopausal transition. The program recognizes that each woman's experience is unique and aims to provide tailored interventions to enhance quality of life. Participants will engage in a multimodal physiotherapy program designed to address various symptoms associated with menopause.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the quality of life for women experiencing menopausal symptoms.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success with non-pharmacological approaches to managing menopausal symptoms, indicating potential for this program.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged ≥45 years * Women in climacteric period Exclusion Criteria: * Musculoskeletal, cognitive, infectious, neurological, or cardiorespiratory pathology impairing assessment or program completion. * Surgical intervention in lumbopelvic or gynecological region within the last 6 months. Undergoing oncological treatment. \* Also included women with stable hormone replacement therapy for at least the last 6 months.
Where it's running
-
Department of Physiotherapy. University of Valencia
Valencia, Spain Recruiting -
Laura Fuentes Aparicio
Valencia, Spain Not yet recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Laura Fuentes-Aparicio, PhD
- Email: laura.fuentes@uv.es
- Phone: 669682391
Similar studies
Other studies for the same condition or treatment. Recruiting studies are listed first.
-
Virtual registry for menopause and perimenopause in Australia
This study is creating an online registry to collect information from Australian women about their experiences with menopause and perimenopause to help improve healthcare and support for them.
-
Evaluating treatments for joint pain in menopausal women
This study is testing whether muscle strengthening exercises, estrogen therapy, or a combination of both can help relieve joint pain in women going through menopause.
-
Hop extract vs soy isoflavone for menopausal symptoms
This study tests whether a full-spectrum hop extract helps reduce menopausal mood symptoms better than soy isoflavones in peri- and postmenopausal women.
-
Resveratrol and Estrogen Receptors in Postmenopausal Women with CAD
This study tests whether taking resveratrol is safe and can change estrogen-related markers in postmenopausal women with coronary artery disease.
-
Ashoka Bark and Shatavari for Menopause
This 12-week study tests whether a daily Ashoka Bark and Shatavari supplement helps reduce menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women compared with a placebo.
-
Lifestyle changes to ease menopausal symptoms, sleep problems, and anxiety
Researchers are testing whether a structured lifestyle education program helps perimenopausal and postmenopausal women see fewer menopausal symptoms, better sleep, and less anxiety compared to usual care.
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.