Status:
RECRUITING
The Impact of Wearing the Hijab on Whole-body Heat Loss During Exercise-heat Stress
Lead Sponsor:
University of Ottawa
Conditions:
Heat Stress
Temperature Change, Body
Eligibility:
FEMALE
18-35 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The hijab (headscarf and cloak) is a Muslim dress, which covers the head, neck and chest, and conceals the female hair, leaving the face uncovered. It is worn by Muslim women worldwide including young...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- healthy young female (18-35 years)
- non smoking
- English or French speaking
- ability to provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
- claustrophobia
- engaged in endurance training
- acute or chronic illness
- sedentary (not engaged in any form of physical activity)
- physical restriction limiting physical activity
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
June 13 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
December 31 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
12 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT07174180
Start Date
June 13 2025
End Date
December 31 2025
Last Update
September 15 2025
Active Locations (1)
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University of Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1N6N5