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Could a cold shower cool menopausal hot flashes?

NCT ID NCT07695051

Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether taking a daily cold shower (15-20°C) for 6 weeks can reduce the frequency and severity of hot flashes and night sweats in menopausal women aged 40-65. Participants are randomly assigned to either cold shower therapy or routine care. The goal is to see if this simple, drug-free approach offers relief.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Cold shower therapy
What this could lead to
If effective, cold showers could offer a simple, drug-free way to manage hot flashes and night sweats during menopause.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with 60 participants. Results may not apply to all women, and cold showers may be uncomfortable or impractical for some.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

60 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2026

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

40 to 65 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Able to read, write, and understand the study procedures. * Women aged 40-65 years. * Postmenopausal women experiencing hot flashes and/or night sweats. * Not receiving hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for vasomotor symptoms. * No known medical contraindication to cold shower therapy. * Willing to participate and able to provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * History of serious chronic diseases that may affect hemodynamic stability (e.g., cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled hypertension, renal failure, or liver failure). * Current use of antidepressant or antipsychotic medications, or diagnosis of a severe psychiatric disorder. * Regular use of cold shower or cold-water therapy before enrollment. * Incomplete completion of study questionnaires or data collection forms

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Conditions

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Hot Flashes

As listed by the trial registrant

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Hot flashes Menopause Night sweats

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Buyukada Central Family Health Center, Unit 001

    Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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