Vibration therapy and osteopathic care for obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether gentle whole-body vibration therapy and osteopathic manual treatment (hands-on adjustments) can help people with obesity. It aims to see if these treatments improve weight-related health and well-being.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years of age or older.
- You have obesity (body mass index / BMI of 30 or higher).
- You do not have uncontrolled high blood pressure (180/110 or higher).
- You have not had a heart attack or stroke in the last 6 months.
- You do not have atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat).
- You have not had spine surgery, and you do not have a condition that prevents you from standing on a vibrating platform.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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