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Effect of Cold Shower Therapy on Hot Flashes And Night Sweats in Menopausal Women
Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of a 6-week cold shower therapy on hot flashes and night sweats in menopausal women. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a cold shower therapy group or a control group. The primary outcome is the change in the frequency and severity of hot flashes and night sweats after the 6-week intervention.
Official title: Effect of Cold Shower Therapy on Hot Flashes and Night Sweats in Menopausal Women
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
40 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2026-01-30
Completion Date
2026-07-07
Last Updated
2026-07-10
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Cold Shower Therapy
Participants in the intervention group received daily cold shower therapy for 6 weeks. Water temperature was maintained at 15-20°C using a thermometer provided to participants. The control group received routine care without cold shower therapy. Outcomes were assessed at baseline and after 6 weeks.
Locations (1)
Buyukada Central Family Health Center, Unit 001
Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)