Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 45 to 85 Women only

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 typeInterventional
Ages45 Years to 85 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment115 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Valencia
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Valencia and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 30, 2024
Main results expectedOctober 25, 2026
Study endsDecember 28, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 19, 2026
Trial IDNCT06419972 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

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.