Underwater vs. regular exercise for quality of life and muscle power
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This trial compares exercising underwater to doing regular aerobic exercise on land. It aims to see which type of exercise better improves muscle strength, energy levels, and overall quality of life in people with excess weight.
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Who can take part
- Your body mass index (BMI) is over 25 (meaning you have excess weight).
- You have low muscle power or strength.
- You feel your quality of life is low.
- You often feel general fatigue or tiredness.
- You do not have polycystic ovary syndrome, chronic pelvic pain, or a lumbar disc problem.
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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