Blood flow restriction and exercise for iron deficiency anemia
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests if aerobic exercise with blood flow restriction can help people with iron deficiency anemia improve their blood count and fitness. It aims to find a safe and effective way to exercise despite low energy levels.
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Who can take part
- You have iron deficiency anemia with a hemoglobin level between 8 and 12.
- You are a woman between 19 and 25 years old.
- Your BMI is between 25 and 29.9.
- You do not have active inflammation in your joints or legs.
- You exercise less than 150 minutes per week.
- You are not pregnant, do not have certain blood or clotting disorders, and you are a non-smoker.
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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