Comparison of the effects of yoga and square dancing on menopausal syndrome and quality of life in women: a randomised controlled study

Status

Recruiting

Phases

Early Phase 1

Study type

Interventional

Source

ChiCTR

Registry ID

ChiCTR2100042738

Enrollment

Unknown

Registered

2021-01-27

Start date

2021-03-01

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2021-05-10

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Conditions

Menopausal syndrome

Interventions

Yoga group:Yoga intervention

Square dancing group:Square dancing

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

Female

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: (1) Female aged 45-60 years. (2) Self-reported natural menopause with at least some menopausal symptoms (e.g. irregular menstruation, hot or flushed flashes, loss of libido, vaginal dryness, insomnia, night sweats, fatigue, etc.). (3) Have not used hormone replacement drugs within 3 months. (4) Able to complete relevant questionnaires independently. (5) Able to participate in exercise training, with normal limb and cardiopulmonary function.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: (1) Post-hysterectomy and/or oophorectomy and premature ovarian failure. (2) Have any major medical conditions such as cardiovascular, neurological, respiratory diseases and uncontrolled endocrine diseases such as hyperthyroidism and diabetes. (3) Cannot use communication devices.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Menopausal symptoms;	—

Countries

China

Contacts

Public ContactYue Shuwen

School of Health, Faculty of Medicine, Wuhan University

2019283050092@whu.edu.cn+86 15871379630

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ChiCTR (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026