U.S., March 17 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07472205) titled 'Foot and Ankle Strengthening Program to Improve Physical Function in Menopausal Women' on March 10.
Brief Summary: This randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effects of a 12-week foot and ankle strengthening program on physical function and health-related quality of life in menopausal women.
Menopause is associated with hormonal changes that may negatively affect muscle strength, balance, and functional capacity, potentially leading to reduced mobility and increased risk of falls. Although exercise interventions have demonstrated benefits in this population, most programs focus on global lower-limb training and rarely targ...