Body Composition and Breathing in Obesity Study
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study examines how obesity affects your breathing capacity and muscle strength, especially when your lungs show a restrictive pattern (difficulty expanding fully). Researchers will assess your body composition, physical function, and respiratory muscle endurance to better understand these connections.
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Who can take part
- Age between 25 and 60 years
- BMI of 30 or higher (classified as obese)
- Restrictive ventilatory pattern (FVC less than 80% of predicted value, meaning your lungs don't expand as much as expected)
- Able to safely participate in physical assessments without uncontrolled heart, blood pressure, or diabetes complications
- No recent lower-leg surgery or injury (within 6 months)
- Not a current smoker and not enrolled in a weight-loss program during the study
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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