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Back fat on MRI may reveal hidden bone and muscle risks

NCT ID NCT07238777

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Beylikduzu State Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 100 postmenopausal women aged 60-80 to see if the amount of fat in their back muscles is linked to bone density and muscle loss (sarcopenia). Researchers used MRI scans to measure back muscle fat and compared it with bone density tests and physical performance. The goal is to better understand how muscle and bone health are connected, which could help doctors spot problems earlier.

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Study facts

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Participants

100 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2025

Finished

Jun 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

postmenopausal women aged 60-80 years

Ages

60 to 80 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Female participants aged 60-80 years * Postmenopausal status * Lumbar MRI and DXA scan performed within the past six months * Willingness to participate and ability to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * History of lumbar spine surgery (e.g., laminectomy, stabilization) * Pfirrmann grade ≥4 lumbar disc degeneration on MRI¹³ * Secondary osteoporosis or Paget's disease * Use of walking aids or mobility restrictions * Neurological or systemic disorders affecting movement, including: * Parkinson's disease * Stroke * Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) * Central or peripheral vertigo * Severe immobility or inability to complete performance tests * Presence of a hip prosthesis

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Conditions

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Sarcopenia

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Sarcopenia

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beylikdüzü State Hospital

    Istanbul, Beylikdüzü, 34147, Turkey (Türkiye)

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