Hijab and heat: small study tests exercise risks for muslim women
NCT ID NCT07174180
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether wearing a hijab (headscarf and cloak) makes it harder for the body to cool down during exercise in hot, dry weather. Twelve healthy women aged 18-35 will exercise in a 40°C room, both with and without a hijab. Researchers will measure body temperature, heart rate, and how much heat the body loses through sweat and skin.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- hijab (headscarf and cloak)
- What this could lead to
- If this study provides clear data, it could help Muslim women and their coaches make informed choices about exercise clothing in hot weather.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small (12 participants), early-stage observational study. Results may not apply to all women or to different exercise intensities or environments.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Ottawa
RECRUITINGOttawa, Ontario, K1N6N5, Canada
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