Clinical trial No longer in our active list Interventional Ages 48 to 60 Women only

Using radiofrequency to improve insulin resistance in obese post-menopausal women

Official title: Effect of Radiofrequency on Insulin Resistence in Obese Post Menopansal Women

Run by Cairo University · NCT05818293 · Data updated 2026-05-14

This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.

This study is testing if radiofrequency therapy can help improve insulin resistance in obese post-menopausal women when combined with standard medical care and dietary advice.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages48 Years to 60 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment52 (estimated)
SponsorCairo University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Cairo)
Trial IDNCT05818293 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are post-menopausal women aged 48-60 with a BMI over 30 kg/m2 and a waist-hip ratio of 0.89 or more.

Probably not a fit

Patients with uncontrolled metabolic diseases, recent surgical procedures, or certain medical implants 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 investigates the effect of radiofrequency technology on insulin resistance in obese post-menopausal women. Fifty-two participants will be randomly assigned to either a treatment group receiving radiofrequency therapy combined with standard medical care and dietary advice, or a control group receiving only dietary advice. The treatment involves applying radiofrequency to the abdominal area twice a week for 30 minutes. The goal is to assess whether this intervention can improve metabolic outcomes related to insulin resistance.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a non-invasive method to improve insulin sensitivity and metabolic health in obese post-menopausal women.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of radiofrequency for metabolic conditions is emerging, this specific application in post-menopausal women with insulin resistance is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* • All participants post-menopausal from at least 3 years.

  * All participants' ages will be ranged from 48-60 years old.
  * All participants BMI will exceed 30 kg/m2.
  * All participants waist hip ratio will be equal or more than 0, 89.

Exclusion Criteria:

* • Surgical liposuction within the last 12 months.

  * Untreated hypo- or hyperthyroidism.
  * Uncontrolled liver, kidney or cardiovascular disease or diabetes.
  * Implanted pacemaker or metal implant.
  * History of thrombophlebitis, any hematological disease.
  * No past or present neurological and musculoskeletal disorders that will have affected health condition.
  * No smoking and drinking habits.
  * No psychological problems.

Where it's running

  • Hadiek El Maadi center
    Cairo, Egypt
    Recruiting

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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.