Can a 1-Minute stair test measure fitness in obesity? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07605793
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether simple physical tests like stair climbing, walking, and standing up from a chair are reliable and accurate for people with obesity. Researchers will test 55 adults with a BMI of 30 or higher, repeating the tests a week apart to check consistency. The goal is to give doctors practical, low-cost ways to assess physical function without expensive equipment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could give doctors simple, low-cost tools to assess physical function in people with obesity, helping guide treatment and monitor progress.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early observational study with only 55 participants. The tests may not prove reliable or valid in larger, more diverse groups.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 55 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Jun 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Individuals With Obesity
- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m² * Stable body weight during the last 3 months (less than ±2 kg change) * Ability to perform daily living activities independently Exclusion Criteria: * History of cardiovascular disease * History of pulmonary disease * History of neurological disease * Musculoskeletal injury affecting lower extremity function * Presence of lower extremity prosthesis or severe deformity * Major surgery within the previous 6 months * Pregnancy * Postpartum period * Vestibular disorders affecting balance * Visual impairments affecting test performance * Hearing impairments affecting test performance * Cognitive impairment limiting understanding of instructions * Participation in strenuous physical activity before testing * Use of medications affecting cardiopulmonary responses (e.g., beta-blockers)
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