Exercise comparison for women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two types of exercise—high-intensity interval training and mat Pilates—to see which is more helpful for women with PCOS. It may help improve symptoms and overall health.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a woman diagnosed with PCOS (using the Rotterdam criteria).
- You are not very active or you have a sedentary lifestyle.
- You are willing to participate and give your consent.
- You are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- You do not have other hormonal disorders (like thyroid problems or Cushing syndrome), heart, muscle, or metabolic diseases.
- You have not had recent pelvic or abdominal surgery, and you are not currently doing a structured exercise program or taking hormone therapy.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests different exercise programs delivered online to help women with PCOS. You will do exercises from home, and the goal is to see which type is most helpful for your symptoms.
This study tests whether adding spinal stabilization exercises to an aerobic exercise program helps women with PCOS improve their fitness and symptoms. If you have PCOS and are overweight but not very active, this program might be a good fit for you.
This study looks at how physical activity affects heart and metabolic health in women with and without polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). It aims to compare these two groups to understand differences and improve care.
This study tests whether high intensity interval training (short bursts of exercise) can improve how the body uses insulin in women with PCOS who are overweight. It aims to help manage insulin resistance, which is common in PCOS.
This study tests whether a structured exercise program can help women with PCOS (a hormonal condition), fatty pancreas, and early thyroid problems. The goal is to see if physical activity improves these conditions and reduces symptoms.
This study looks at how weight changes affect hormone levels and insulin resistance in women with PCOS. It may help understand if weight cycling is harmful or helpful.
Hear when a new Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.