Differences in Sitting Versus Standing on Metabolic and Cardiovascular Measurements

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Conditions studied: Overweight and Obesity

In brief

This investigations examined the effect that posture has on metabolic and cardiovascular measurements. Further, it will explore the potential for body weight status or physical activity to influence these relationships. All subjects will complete a seated condition and a standing condition in a counterbalanced manner.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT03927638

Run by

Montclair State University

People needed

80

Starts

2018-11-11

Expected to finish

2028-05-15

Last updated by the study team

2025-01-31

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 50. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• healthy adult

You may not qualify if…

• Have a history of cancer, cardiac issues, hypertension, pulmonary disease, stroke, neurological or muscular dystrophy, uncontrolled diabetes, or any life threatening chronic conditions.
• Are currently being treated for infectious mononucleosis, hepatitis, pneumonia, or other infectious diseases.
• Are unable or unwilling to stand in one position continuously for 15-20 minutes at a time.
• Use nicotine products, or non-contraceptive hormonal therapy (birth control is okay).
• Are pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
• Are not between 18 and 50 years of age.

Where it is running

• Montclair State University — Montclair, New Jersey, United States

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