Effect of a Single Sauna Session on Blood Sugar in People With Overweight
Tests one infrared sauna session's effect on blood sugar in people with overweight.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Acute Sauna Session and Glucose Control
Key facts
- Where
- Charlottetown, CanadaSee the site
Could this be for you?
Answer for yourself. This is not a decision: only the study team can say whether you can take part.
- Are you between 30 and 55 years old?
Source: NCT07520929, who can take part
Where in Canada
- University of Prince Edward IslandCharlottetown, CanadaTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- University of Prince Edward Island
- Trial code
- NCT07520929
- Record updated
- 9 April 2026
- Original description
The goal of this clinical trial is to examine the effect of a single 40-minute sauna session on glucose control in individuals at risk for metabolic impairments.Read full original descriptionShow less
The Effects of an Acute Sauna Session on Glucose Control in Individuals at Risk for Metabolic Impairments
The goal of this clinical trial is to examine the effect of a single 40-minute sauna session on glucose control in individuals at risk for metabolic impairments.
Research Questions:
* Can a single sauna session completed before a meal reduce the post-meal blood glucose response? * Can a single sauna session improve 24-hour glucose control?
Study Design:
Participants will complete two lab visits: one involving a sauna session and one placebo visit (resting condition). Researchers will compare the effects on glucose control using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM).
What Participants Will Do:
Attend a sauna familiarization session Have a CGM sensor placed on the upper arm Visit the lab twice (once for sauna, once for placebo) Consume three standardized meals at home after each session
Inclusion: Are 30-55 years old; Have a body mass index of ≥ 27 kg/m2; Have a waist size >102 cm (men) or >88 cm (women); Have access to transportation for the 2 experimental visits (e.g., car, public transit, or drop-off); Are cleared for participation based on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+).
Exclusion: Take medications that affect blood sugar; Regularly use saunas or other heat therapy 1+ times/week; Have diabetes, heart issues, low blood sugar or pressure; Exercise intensely 2+ times/week; Are pregnant.