MenopauseFascialYogaMNCT07401810
Fascial Yoga in Menopausal Women
A study testing Fascial Yoga Program in people with Menopause and Stress, Psychological, run by Marmara University.
Trial summary
Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of a structured fascial yoga-based behavioral intervention on perceived stress, cognitive control, and cognitive flexibility in menopausal women. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 45 to 65 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Menopause, Stress, Psychological, Cognitive Flexibility
- What is being tested?
- Fascial Yoga Program
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 60 participants
- Where
- No sites listed yet
- Study dates
- 1 Jul 2026to 1 Jun 2027
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 45 to 65 years
- Women only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Female participants aged 45-65 years
- In the menopausal period, defined as at least 12 months since the last menstrual period
- Able to read and understand Turkish and to complete self-report questionnaires
Who cannot join
- Current or past diagnosis of a psychiatric disorder or ongoing psychiatric treatment
- Regular use of antidepressant, anxiolytic, or corticosteroid medications
- History of cancer or currently receiving active oncological treatment
- Participation in fascial yoga, yoga, or similar yoga-based programs within the past 6 months
- Any medical condition that may prevent safe participation in mild physical activity
Trial locations and contacts
No sites are listed yet. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Fascial Yoga on Perceived Stress, Cognitive Control, and Cognitive Flexibility in Menopausal Women
Aim:
The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of a structured fascial yoga-based behavioral intervention on perceived stress, cognitive control, and cognitive flexibility in menopausal women. The study aims to determine whether a non-pharmacological and non-invasive behavioral intervention can support psychological and cognitive functioning and reduce perceived stress in menopausal women.
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Design:
This study is designed as a randomized controlled, pretest-posttest experimental study with a post-intervention follow-up assessment. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group or the control group receiving usual care. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and at follow-up to evaluate both the immediate and sustained effects of the intervention.
Method:
A total of 60 menopausal women aged 45-65 years will be recruited from the menopause outpatient clinic and randomly assigned to either the intervention group or the control group. The intervention group will participate in a 12-week online fascial yoga program consisting of two 60-minute sessions per week.
In this study, fascial yoga is defined as a fascia-focused, non-pharmacological, and non-invasive behavioral intervention that includes myofascial release techniques, breath regulation, body awareness, and basic yoga practices to support stress regulation and cognitive functioning. The program will include myofascial release techniques, basic yoga postures suitable for all physical fitness levels, and structured breathing exercises. All sessions will be conducted online in a group format, and no audio or video recordings will be taken.
The control group will continue to receive routine outpatient care during the study period. After completion of the follow-up assessments, the fascial yoga program will be offered to participants in the control group upon request.
Data will be collected at three time points: at baseline before the intervention, immediately after completion of the 12-week intervention, and at the follow-up assessment 8 weeks after the intervention. Perceived stress, cognitive control, and cognitive flexibility will be assessed using validated self-report questionnaires.
Hypotheses:
H1: Menopausal women participating in the fascial yoga intervention will show a significant reduction in perceived stress levels compared with the control group at post-intervention and follow-up assessments.
H2: Menopausal women participating in the fascial yoga intervention will show a significant improvement in cognitive control and cognitive flexibility compared with the control group at post-intervention and follow-up assessments.
- Conditions
- Menopause, Stress, Psychological, Cognitive Flexibility, Nonpharmacological Interventions, Randomized Controlled Trial, Cognitive Control
- Being tested
- Fascial Yoga Program
- Keywords
- Menopause, Perceived Stress, Cognitive Flexibility, Cognitive Control, Yoga
- Medical subject headings
- Stress, Psychological
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Fascial Yoga ProgramBehavioural
A structured 12-week online fascial yoga program consisting of two 60-minute sessions per week. The intervention focuses on fascial myofascial relaxation, breathing regulation, and body awareness for stress regulation and cognitive functioning. Sessions will be conducted in a group format, and no audio or video recordings will be taken.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Fascial Yoga Intervention | Experimental | Not described Receives: Behavioral: Fascial Yoga Program |
| Usual Care | No intervention | Not described |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Perceived Stress Level
Change in perceived stress levels measured using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-14). The scale consists of 14 items rated on a 5-point Likert scale (0-4), with total scores ranging from 0 to 56. Higher scores indicate higher perceived stress levels.
Measured: Baseline, immediately post-intervention (12 weeks), and 8 weeks post-intervention follow-up
Cognitive Control and Flexibility
Change in cognitive control and cognitive flexibility levels measured using the Cognitive Control and Flexibility Questionnaire. The questionnaire consists of two subscales (cognitive control and cognitive flexibility), with items rated on a 7-point Likert scale. Higher scores indicate better cognitive control and greater cognitive flexibility.
Measured: Baseline, immediately post-intervention (12 weeks), and 8 weeks post-intervention follow-up
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted10 Feb 2026
- Study start1 Jul 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion1 Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion1 Jun 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for MenopauseStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Marmara UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Marmara University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Ayşe Eminoğlu, Marmara University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07401810
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- MU-SBF-ETIK-206
- Acronym
- FascialYogaM
- Status last verified
- Jul 2026
- First submitted
- 3 Feb 2026
- Last updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 22 Jul 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Fascial Yoga on Perceived Stress, Cognitive Control, and Cognitive Flexibility in Menopausal Women
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07401810
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- FascialYogaM / MU-SBF-ETIK-206
- Conditions
- Menopause, Stress, Psychological, Cognitive Flexibility, Nonpharmacological Interventions, Randomized Controlled Trial, Cognitive Control
- Keywords
- Menopause, Perceived Stress, Cognitive Flexibility, Cognitive Control, Yoga
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Marmara UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Jul 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 1 Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 1 Jun 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 10 Feb 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Aim:
The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of a structured fascial yoga-based behavioral intervention on perceived stress, cognitive control, and cognitive flexibility in menopausal women. The study aims to determine whether a non-pharmacological and non-invasive behavioral intervention can support psychological and cognitive functioning and reduce perceived stress in menopausal women.
Design:
This study is designed as a randomized controlled, pretest-posttest experimental study with a post-intervention follow-up assessment. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group or the control group receiving usual care. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and at follow-up to evaluate both the immediate and sustained effects of the intervention.
Method:
A total of 60 menopausal women aged 45-65 years will be recruited from the menopause outpatient clinic and randomly assigned to either the intervention group or the control group. The intervention group will participate in a 12-week online fascial yoga program consisting of two 60-minute sessions per week.
In this study, fascial yoga is defined as a fascia-focused, non-pharmacological, and non-invasive behavioral intervention that includes myofascial release techniques, breath regulation, body awareness, and basic yoga practices to support stress regulation and cognitive functioning. The program will include myofascial release techniques, basic yoga postures suitable for all physical fitness levels, and structured breathing exercises. All sessions will be conducted online in a group format, and no audio or video recordings will be taken.
The control group will continue to receive routine outpatient care during the study period. After completion of the follow-up assessments, the fascial yoga program will be offered to participants in the control group upon request.
Data will be collected at three time points: at baseline before the intervention, immediately after completion of the 12-week intervention, and at the follow-up assessment 8 weeks after the intervention. Perceived stress, cognitive control, and cognitive flexibility will be assessed using validated self-report questionnaires.
Hypotheses:
H1: Menopausal women participating in the fascial yoga intervention will show a significant reduction in perceived stress levels compared with the control group at post-intervention and follow-up assessments.
H2: Menopausal women participating in the fascial yoga intervention will show a significant improvement in cognitive control and cognitive flexibility compared with the control group at post-intervention and follow-up assessments.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Fascial Yoga Intervention | Experimental | Behavioral: Fascial Yoga Program |
| Usual Care | No intervention | – |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 45 to 65 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Female participants aged 45-65 years
- In the menopausal period, defined as at least 12 months since the last menstrual period
- Able to read and understand Turkish and to complete self-report questionnaires
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Current or past diagnosis of a psychiatric disorder or ongoing psychiatric treatment
- Regular use of antidepressant, anxiolytic, or corticosteroid medications
- History of cancer or currently receiving active oncological treatment
- Participation in fascial yoga, yoga, or similar yoga-based programs within the past 6 months
- Any medical condition that may prevent safe participation in mild physical activity
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Fascial Yoga ProgramA structured 12-week online fascial yoga program consisting of two 60-minute sessions per week. The intervention focuses on fascial myofascial relaxation, breathing regulation, and body awareness for stress regulation and cognitive functioning. Sessions will be conducted in a group format, and no audio or video recordings will be taken. | Behavioural | Fascial Yoga Intervention |
Primary outcome
Perceived Stress Level
Time frame: Baseline, immediately post-intervention (12 weeks), and 8 weeks post-intervention follow-up
Change in perceived stress levels measured using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-14). The scale consists of 14 items rated on a 5-point Likert scale (0-4), with total scores ranging from 0 to 56. Higher scores indicate higher perceived stress levels.
Cognitive Control and Flexibility
Time frame: Baseline, immediately post-intervention (12 weeks), and 8 weeks post-intervention follow-up
Change in cognitive control and cognitive flexibility levels measured using the Cognitive Control and Flexibility Questionnaire. The questionnaire consists of two subscales (cognitive control and cognitive flexibility), with items rated on a 7-point Likert scale. Higher scores indicate better cognitive control and greater cognitive flexibility.
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 22 Jul 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Fascial Yoga Program in people with Menopause and Stress, Psychological, run by Marmara University.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 22 Jul 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Ayşe Eminoğlu, RN, MSc, PhD Candidate (+905415998795, ayse.eminoglu@marmara.edu.tr), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Perceived Stress Level (time frame: Baseline, immediately post-intervention (12 weeks), and 8 weeks post-intervention follow-up). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 22 Jul 2026.