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New treatment option for Perimenopause
Official title Hemodynamics After Resistance Training
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07022340
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Women's blood vessel health gets worse after menopause, or "the change of life". Some women exercise less during menopause.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 60, women only
You may be able to join if
- Are between 40-60 years old
- Have had menstrual irregularities in the last 12 months
- Do not currently complete more than two 30-min sessions of structured exercise per week and do not do any resistance training exercise;
- Are not currently pregnant
- Do not smoke or vape nicotine or marijuana
See the full eligibility criteria
- Are between 40-60 years old
- Have had menstrual irregularities in the last 12 months
- Do not currently complete more than two 30-min sessions of structured exercise per week and do not do any resistance training exercise;
- Are not currently pregnant
- Do not smoke or vape nicotine or marijuana
- Have not had an oophorectomy, hysterectomy, or surgical menopause
- Are not currently taking hormone replacement therapy
- Have not taken hormone replacement therapy in the last 6 months
- Are not taking steroidal medication or medication to treat diabetes, cholesterol, or high blood pressure
- Are able to exercise - your doctor has not told you that you cannot exercise
- Can attend a morning study visit at the University of Michigan's School of Kinesiology Building
- Are willing to avoid food 2 hours prior to the morning study visit
- Are willing to avoid strenuous exercise, caffeine, and alcohol, 8 hours prior to the morning study visit
- Are willing to participate in an exercise training program or health education program for 16 weeks
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 40 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.