Efficacy of Exercise Methods in Postmenopausal Women: a Clinical Trial

NCT06868134 | Active Not Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: E-10840098-772.02-4975
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 60
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of different exercise methods in improving health outcomes for postmenopausal women. As women go through menopause, they may experience changes such as decreased bone density, muscle weakness, and an increased risk of chronic diseases. Exercise is known to be beneficial in reducing these risks, but the best approach remains unclear. In this clinical trial, participants will engage in structured exercise programs designed to improve bone health, strength, and overall well-being. The study will compare different types of exercises to determine which method provides the most benefits. By participating in this research, postmenopausal women can contribute to a better understanding of how exercise can enhance health during this stage of life. This study is safe, and all exercises are guided by professionals. The results will help healthcare providers recommend the most effective exercise strategies for postmenopausal women.

Conditions

Post Menopausal Women

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Body Composition (Fat Mass, Lean Mass, and BMI) Assessed by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA)

  Body composition (fat mass, lean mass, and BMI) measured using bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA). Higher fat mass may be associated with lower exercise capacity.

  Baseline and Week 8

Secondary Outcomes (5)

• Menopause Symptom Assessment Scale Score

  Baseline and Week 8

• Fatigue Severity Scale Score

  Baseline and Week 8

• Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) Score

  Baseline and Week 8

• Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) Score

  Baseline and Week 8

• Short Form-36 (SF-36) Quality of Life Scale Score

  Baseline and Week 8

Study Arms (3)

Control Group

NO INTERVENTION

Participants in this group will not receive any intervention

Supervised Exercise Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants in this group will receive a supervised progressive exercise program including stretching, strengthening, and aerobic exercises. The intervention will be performed 3 times per week with at least one rest day between sessions.

Behavioral: Supervised Progressive Exercise Program

Web-Based Exercise Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants in this group will follow a progressive exercise program through the Physitrack web platform. At the beginning and at the end of the 8th week, participants will be assessed. A profile will be created for each participant by the researcher, and the individualized progressive exercise program will be assigned to their profiles. The intervention will be performed 3 times per week with at least one rest day between sessions.

Behavioral: Web-Based Exercise Group

Interventions

Web-Based Exercise Group BEHAVIORAL

Participants will follow a structured progressive exercise program through the Physitrack web platform, including stretching, strengthening, and aerobic exercises. The program will be assigned to each participant's profile, and they will complete the exercises three times per week with at least one rest day between sessions. Assessments will be conducted at the beginning and at the end of the 8th week.

Web-Based Exercise Group

Supervised Progressive Exercise Program BEHAVIORAL

Participants in this group will receive a supervised progressive exercise program consisting of stretching, strengthening, and aerobic exercises. The intervention will be conducted three times per week with at least one rest day between sessions.

Supervised Exercise Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 40 Years - 65 Years
• Gender Eligibility Details: 12 months of amenore
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Being between 40-65 years of age Having a Body Mass Index (BMI) below 40 Scoring 68 or above on the System Usability Scale Having no orthopedic problems Completing the informed consent form Being within 5 years after a 12-month amenorrhea history

You may not qualify if:

• Presence of visual impairments Presence of musculoskeletal system disorders Presence of cognitive impairments Presence of joint range of motion limitations Presence of severe cardiac problems Participation in another program

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Istanbul Medipol University Hospital: lead

Study Sites (1)

Istanbul Medipol University

Istanbul, Beykoz, 34000, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: PREVENTION
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Lecturer

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: March 5, 2025
• First Posted: March 10, 2025
• Study Start: August 10, 2023
• Primary Completion: August 20, 2024
• Study Completion: March 30, 2025
• Last Updated: March 10, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-03

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)