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IRCT20221231056996N2 IRCT 2026-06-29 Islamic Azad University The Effects of Nordic Walking and Resistance Training on Balance and Functional Performance in Postmenopausal Women with Osteoporosis The Effects of Nordic Walking and Resistance Training on Balance and Functional Performance in Postmenopausal Women with Osteoporosis 2026-07-23 anticipated 39 Recruiting https://irct.ir/trial/91230 interventional Randomization: Randomized, Blinding: Not blinded, Placebo: Not used, Assignment: Parallel, Purpose: Supportive, Randomization description: In this three-group study, after confirming the eligibility criteria, participants will be randomly assigned to three groups (two experimental groups and one control group) using simple randomization with an online random number generation software (such as Random Allocation Software or Sealed Envelope). To ensure allocation concealment, the randomization results will be placed in opaque, sealed envelopes, and until the intervention begins, neither the researcher nor the participants will be aware of the group assignments. N/A Osteoporosis. Intervention 1: Nordic Walking Intervention Group: Participants in this group will perform Nordic walking exercises using specialized walking poles. This exercise includes coordination of arm and leg movements, maintaining proper body posture, and walking at moderate intensity, accompanied by warm-up and cool-down sessions. This group will perform Nordic walking training for 8 weeks, 3 sessions per week, with each session lasting 45 to 60 minutes. Intervention 2: Resistance Training Intervention Group: Participants in this group will perform strength training exercises using weights, resistance bands, and body weight. The exercises include strengthening the lower, upper, and core body muscles, such as squats, calf exercises, and exercises for the hips, arms, and shoulders. This group will perform resistance training for 8 weeks, 3 sessions per week. Each session will last 45 to 60 minutes. The exercise intensity will be approximately 50 to 70% of one-repetition maximum (1RM). Intervention 3: Control group: Participants in this group will not receive any exercise program and will continue their usual daily activities throughout the study period. No - There is not a plan to make this available Justification or reason for not sharing IPD is Data information will be published only in the form of articles and statistical results.
public Mohammadreza Seyedi
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No.3, 5th Mir-Emad, Motahari St.
Tehran Iran (Islamic Republic of) 3166613903 +98 21 8874 7884 seyedi@ssrc.ac.ir Sport Sciences Research Institute Iran (Islamic Republic of) Age range: 45 to 60 years old Being menopausal (at least 12 months without menstruation) Having osteoporosis (based on a DEXA T-score of less than −2.5 and confirmed by a specialist physician) Ability to perform exercises and participate in training sessions Participants referring to healthcare centers in the cities of Tehran and Karaj 45 years 60 years Female Not missing more than 3 training sessions Occurrence of severe pain, injury, or medical complications during exercise Initiation of a new treatment or medication affecting bone during the study Having diseases or medical conditions that prevent continuation of the exercise program Rehabilitation Rehabilitation Rehabilitation Nordic Walking Intervention Group: Participants in this group will perform Nordic walking exercises using specialized walking poles. This exercise includes coordination of arm and leg movements, maintaining proper body posture, and walking at moderate intensity, accompanied by warm-up and cool-down sessions. This group will perform Nordic walking training for 8 weeks, 3 sessions per week, with each session lasting 45 to 60 minutes. Resistance Training Intervention Group: Participants in this group will perform strength training exercises using weights, resistance bands, and body weight. The exercises include strengthening the lower, upper, and core body muscles, such as squats, calf exercises, and exercises for the hips, arms, and shoulders. This group will perform resistance training for 8 weeks, 3 sessions per week. Each session will last 45 to 60 minutes. The exercise intensity will be approximately 50 to 70% of one-repetition maximum (1RM). Control group: Participants in this group will not receive any exercise program and will continue their usual daily activities throughout the study period. Static Balance. Timepoint: pre and post test evaluation. Method of measurement: Romberg Test. Dynamic Balance. Timepoint: pre and post test evaluation. Method of measurement: Timed Up and Go Test (TUG). Physical Performance:. Timepoint: pre and post test evaluation. Method of measurement: Senior Fitness Tests. Islamic Azad University Approved 2026-05-20 Research Ethics Committee of the Sport Sciences Research Institute Motahhari st. MirEmad 5th Tehran Tehran Iran (Islamic Republic of)