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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.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| 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. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| 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 |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Menopause Symptom Assessment Scale Score | Change in menopause symptoms assessed by the Menopause Symptom Assessment Scale. The scale consists of 11 items rated from 0 to 4, with a maximum score of 44. Higher scores indicate worse quality of life. | Baseline and Week 8 |
| Fatigue Severity Scale Score |
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Inclusion Criteria:
Exclusion Criteria:
12 months of amenore
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Istanbul Medipol University | Istanbul | Beykoz | 34000 | Turkey (Türkiye) |
| PubMed Identifier | Type | Citation | Retractions |
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| 42035103 | Derived | Kurc D, Tunali Van Den Berg AN. Effectiveness of face-to-face and web-based exercise programs on health outcomes in early postmenopausal women: a randomized trial. BMC Womens Health. 2026 Apr 25;26(1):297. doi: 10.1186/s12905-026-04457-4. |
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| 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. |
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Fatigue levels measured using the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), which consists of 9 questions scored between 0 and 7. A total score of 28 or above indicates severe fatigue. |
| Baseline and Week 8 |
| Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) Score | Depression levels assessed using the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), with scores categorized into minimal, mild, moderate, and severe depression. A score above 30 indicates severe depression. | Baseline and Week 8 |
| Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) Score | Sleep quality measured using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), with a total score range of 0-21. A total score greater than 5 indicates poor sleep quality. | Baseline and Week 8 |
| Short Form-36 (SF-36) Quality of Life Scale Score | Quality of life will be measured using the Short Form-36 (SF-36) questionnaire, which evaluates physical and emotional well-being across 8 domains. | Baseline and Week 8 |