Effects of Vital Shower on Quality of Life, Immune Function, Cardiovascular Regulation and Well-being
Launched by CHARITE UNIVERSITY, BERLIN, GERMANY · Apr 13, 2022
Trial Information
Current as of July 26, 2025
Recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is looking at how a special type of shower, called the Vital Shower, can improve overall health and well-being. The Vital Shower is a method that alternates between warm and cold water, and the trial will last for four weeks, with participants using this shower at home. Researchers want to see if this treatment can help boost immune function, improve heart health, and enhance quality of life for people in the general population.
To participate in this study, you need to be between 18 and 70 years old, and both men and women are welcome to join. However, there are some important criteria to consider: if you have serious health issues, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have certain skin or mental health conditions, you may not be eligible. If you decide to join, you can expect to follow a daily routine of using the Vital Shower, and your experiences will help researchers understand the potential benefits of this therapy.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Female and male patients between 18 and 70 years of age
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Bad general condition
- • Serious acute or chronic comorbidity
- • Pregnancy and breast feeding period/ in the next 6 months
- • Participation in a clinical trial within the last 3 months before enrollment
- • Simultaneous participation in another clinical trial
- • Raynaud's disease or cold agglutinin disease
- • Severe mental illness
- • Insufficiently treated dermatological diseases (e.g. neurodermatitis, psoriasis)
- • Non-compatible sanitary shower or bath devices
About Charite University, Berlin, Germany
Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin is a leading academic medical center in Germany, renowned for its commitment to excellence in research, education, and patient care. As one of Europe's largest university hospitals, Charité integrates cutting-edge clinical practices with innovative research initiatives, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across various medical fields. The institution is dedicated to advancing healthcare through rigorous clinical trials, contributing to the development of new therapies and treatment protocols. With a strong emphasis on translational medicine, Charité aims to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and practical application, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and public health.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Berlin, , Germany
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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