πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2026-03-02

Repeated Far Infrared Sauna Bathing in Adults With Obesity (NCT07158047)

Targeting Hypertension and Insulin Resistance With Heat Therapy

🟒 Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic πŸ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: University of Oregon

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This is a clinical trial to determine if 30 sessions of far infrared sauna bathing can improve cardiovascular and metabolic function in adults with obesity.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Oregon β€” Eugene, Oregon

Age range: 18 Years to 59 Years

πŸ§ͺ Interventions in This Study

  • Heat therapy (OTHER)

πŸ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" β€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria β†—

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Oregon β€” Eugene, Oregon

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (541) 346-7583

Email: minson@uoregon.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

πŸ’° Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA Β§ 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

πŸ’‘ How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
πŸ›οΈ View Official NIH Record β†—