RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07158047

Repeated Far Infrared Sauna Bathing in Adults With Obesity

Targeting Hypertension and Insulin Resistance With Heat Therapy


Sponsor

University of Oregon

Enrollment

20 participants

Start Date

Mar 7, 2022

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

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

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 59 Years

Inclusion Criteria1

  • BMI between 30-45 kg/m2

Exclusion Criteria15

  • 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

Interventions

OTHERHeat therapy

30 sessions of far infrared sauna bathing (45-60C) for up to 45 min


Locations(1)

University of Oregon

Eugene, Oregon, United States

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