Research Study: Effects of different stretching frequencies on perimenopausal women

Researcher: Ofelia Lor, Undergraduate Exercise Science Student, Augsburg University

Mentor: Dr. Tara Mader

Purpose of study: 

The goal of this study examines how different stretching frequencies influence flexibility, movement, and overall well being in perimenopausal women.

Who can participate?

• Women ages 40-60
• Experiencing or approaching perimenopause

What is expected:

• Participate in a strap-assisted proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching program or serve as a control subject who does not participate in stretching
• Be assigned to one of the three groups:
       Daily stretch group: Stretch 5 days/week
       Weekly stretch group: Stretch 1 day/week
       Control group: No assigned stretching
• Complete several short surveys (stress, well-being, menopausal symptoms)
• Complete movement and flexibility measurements

Risks: Minimal; may include mild soreness or discomfort from stretching

Confidentiality:  All information will be kept confidential and used for research purposes

Voluntary Participation: Please do not feel obligated to participate because you know the investigator or advisor. Participation is entirely voluntary, and choosing not to participate, declining to respond, or withdrawing later will not affect your employment, academic standing, evaluation, access to services, or your current or future relationship with Augsburg.