NCT07158047 Repeated Far Infrared Sauna Bathing in Adults With Obesity
| NCT ID | NCT07158047 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Oregon |
| Condition | Obesity (Disorder) |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 20 participants |
| Start Date | 2022-03-07 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-06-30 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 20 participants in total. It began in 2022-03-07 with a primary completion date of 2026-06-30.
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Brief Summary
This is a clinical trial to determine if 30 sessions of far infrared sauna bathing can improve cardiovascular and metabolic function in adults with obesity.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * BMI between 30-45 kg/m2 Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed diabetes * Greater than stage 2 hypertension * Coagulopathies * Allergies to lidocaine * Medications affecting blood pressure * Blood clotting, and blood sugars * Smoker * Pregnant * Desiring to become pregnant in the near future * Breastfeeding * BMI less than 30 * BMI greater than 45 kg/m2 * Exercising \> 120 min/week * Taking medications (other than hormone contraceptives) * Not willing to stop taking medications (other than hormone contraceptives) for 24 hours before testing days
Contact & Investigator
Christopher T Minson, PhD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
University of Oregon
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07158047 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 59 Years, studying Obesity (Disorder). Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07158047 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07158047 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at minson@uoregon.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07158047 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Eugene, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07158047 clinical trial?
NCT07158047 is sponsored by University of Oregon. The principal investigator is Christopher T Minson, PhD at University of Oregon. The trial plans to enroll 20 participants.
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