Plain-English translation of NCT07824648 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This research study is exploring how cooling techniques might help reduce menopausal hot flashes. Researchers will test three different cooling approaches — regular room temperature, ambient (gentle) cooling, and targeted cooling applied directly to your skin — to see which works best when you experience a hot flash. The goal is to understand how your body's temperature regulation changes during menopause and whether cooling is an effective way to manage symptoms.
Many women struggle with hot flashes during menopause, and current treatment options don't work for everyone or can have unwanted side effects. This study aims to understand the science behind hot flashes and test whether cooling could be a simple, drug-free way to help manage them.
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You will visit a research laboratory where you'll experience three different cooling conditions during your hot flashes. Each session tests a different approach: keeping you in a normal room temperature, providing gentle ambient cooling, or using targeted cooling applied directly to your skin. The researchers will observe and measure your body's response to each method to determine which is most effective. The exact duration and number of visits will depend on how frequently you experience hot flashes, but the study is designed to be manageable and non-invasive.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Sep 17, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Sponsor
SRI International
Collaborators
National Institute on Aging (NIA), Stanford University
Enrollment target
~40 participants
Started
May 2026
Primary completion
September 2027
Age range
40 Years – 65 Years
Sex
Female only
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in September 2026.
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