Clinical trials: Muscle
Postoperative Respiratory Complication
Effect of Preoperative Incentive Spirometer on Postoperative Pulmonary Complications Following Lung Resection
The objective of this study is to demonstrate that inspiratory muscle training with daily use of an incentive spirometer for at least 14 days prior to lung surgery will reduce the risk of post-operative pulmonary complications.
- Trial name
- NCT04732143
- Testing
- Inspiratory muscle training
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 25 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Low Back Pain, Multifidus
Effects of Isolated Lumbar Extension Resistance Training Alone and in Combination with General Exercise and Manual Therapy
This study examines effects of machine-based isolated lumbar extension resistance exercise (ILEX) on paraspinal muscle morphology and function, as well as pain intensity, disability and quality of life in patients with chronic…
- Conditions
- Low Back Pain, Multifidus, Exercise Therapy, Diagnostic Imaging
- Trial name
- NCT06890052
- Testing
- Targeted exercise program, Targeted exercise as part of an integrative therapy program
- Where
- Germany
- Volunteers
- 72 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Wuerzburg
Healthy Young Adults
Comparison of Device Based Inspiratory Muscle Training and Thera-band Resistive Training in Healthy Adults
This study aims to evaluate the impact of inspiratory muscle training and Thera-band resistive training on pulmonary function and diaphragmatic strength of healthy adults.
- Trial name
- NCT06632847
- Testing
- IMT based Resistance training, Theraband Resistive training
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 56 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Dietary Modification
Beef Protein Supplementation in Endurance Athletes
The aim of this project is to investigate the potential benefits of combining a new protein beef hydrolysates extract with a regular endurance training programme on (a) body composition (b) performance (c) muscle structure (d)…
- Trial name
- Beef (NCT02675348)
- Testing
- Dietary Supplement: Beef Protein, Dietary Supplement: whey Protein, Dietary Supplement: CHO
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 24 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Greenwich
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Electrical Impedance Myography and Ultrasound as Biomarkers of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Researchers at Children's Hospital Boston Neurology Department invite children to participate in a new research study. Researchers are looking for boys ages 2 - 30 with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and healthy boys ages 2 …
- Trial name
- QED (NCT01491555)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 73 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Boston Children's Hospital
Health Literacy, Middle Aged
Health Literacy-Based Multifactorial Program for Adults With Sarcopenia
Sarcopenia is a common age-related condition characterized by the progressive loss of muscle mass and function, which may lead to reduced physical performance, disability, and poorer quality of life.
- Conditions
- Health Literacy, Middle Aged, Elderly (People Aged 65 or More), Exercise Therapy
- Trial name
- NCT07654478
- Testing
- Multicomponent Intervention
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 100 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Taipei Medical University Hospital
Primary Headache Disorders, Tension Headache
Pericranial and General Sensitivity in Patients With Primary Headache
Primary headaches such as migraine and tension type headache are among the most common neurological disorders and frequently cause significant disability and reduced quality of life.
- Conditions
- Primary Headache Disorders, Tension Headache, Tension-type Headache, Migraine
- Trial name
- HEAD-TMD (NCT07514208)
- Testing
- Pericranial Tenderness Assessment, Pressure Pain Threshold Assessment, Temporomandibular Disorder Assessment
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 120 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Healthy
Nutrient Regulation of Amino Acid Transporters in Aging Human Skeletal Muscle
The goal of the research project is to determine how aging and inactivity reduce the muscle anabolic effect of nutrients and lead to muscle and functional loss.
- Trial name
- NCT01669590
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 28 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Utah
Postsurgical Adhesion
Effects of Soft Tissue Mobilization on Postsurgical Adhesions, Pain, Lumbopelvic Muscle Functions, Spinal Mobility, and Posture in Postpartum Women With Caesarean Section
Postpartum women with C-section receiving deep and superficial tissue mobilization would have better improvement on pain, lumbopelvic muscle functions, spinal mobility, and posture compare to the superficial tissue mobilization…
- Trial name
- NCT05008315
- Testing
- Myofascial abdominal diaphragm release, Direct focused scar release technique, Direct manipulations to visceral structures
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 120 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- YI-JU TSAI
Blood Flow Restriction Therapy, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
The Enhancement Effect of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Muscle Training with Combined NMES and BFR
Blood flow restriction training (BFR) with neuromuscular stimulation (NMES) is employed for individuals with limited mobility and joint issues.
- Conditions
- Blood Flow Restriction Therapy, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), Laser Therapy, Low-Level, Muscle Strength
- Trial name
- NCT06739148
- Testing
- Low Level Laser Therapy, blood flow restriction, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 44 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- National Cheng-Kung University Hospital
Disuse Atrophy, Aging
Immobilization and Protein Supplementation (IM-PRO)
In the present study, the effects of 5 days of lower limb immobilization with or without twice-daily protein supplementation on muscle mass and muscle fiber characteristics will be determined.
- Trial name
- IM-PRO (NCT01588808)
- Testing
- Immobilization
- Where
- Netherlands
- Volunteers
- 35 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Maastricht University Medical Center
Skeletal Muscle, Human Performance
The Effects of L-arginine Supplementation on Anaerobic Exercise Performance
The purpose of this study is to evaluate if acute ingestion of L-arginine will enhance anaerobic exercise performance in young, healthy, and recreationally active adults.
- Trial name
- NCT06475391
- Testing
- L-arginine
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Manitoba
Aging, Sarcopenia
Effects of Whole-body Electrical Muscle Stimulation Exercise on Spinal Motoneuronal Activation in Older Adults
During this pilot study, the investigators will examine the effects of whole-body electrical muscle stimulation exercise (WB-EMS Exercise) on motoneuronal activation in healthy adults, which typically decreases with age.
- Conditions
- Aging, Sarcopenia, Sarcopenia in Elderly
- Trial name
- NCT06689618
- Testing
- Exercise
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 12 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Missouri-Columbia
Other Intervertebral Disc Degeneration, Lumbar Region
Trunk Muscles and Lumbar Intervertebral Disc Degeneration in Combat Sports
This study examined whether there is an association between the presence of lumbar intervertebral disc degeneration (LDD) and the size and symmetry of the cross-sectional areas (CSAs) of the trunk muscles in combat sports…
- Trial name
- NCT02744781
- Testing
- Lumbar disc degeneration; LDD
- Volunteers
- 69 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- National Institute of Technology, Hiroshima College
TMJ Disc Disorder, TMJ Pain
MDR-JuggerKnot Mini Soft Anchor in Maxillofacial TMJ
The objective of this retrospective consecutive series PMCF study is to collect data confirming safety, performance and clinical benefits of the JuggerKnot Mini Soft Anchor (implant and instrumentation) when used for soft tissue…
- Conditions
- TMJ Disc Disorder, TMJ Pain, TMJ Sounds on Opening/Closing the Jaw, TMJ Disease
- Trial name
- NCT04033692
- Testing
- JuggerKnot Mini Soft Anchor
- Volunteers
- healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Zimmer Biomet
Complication, Postoperative, Perioperative/Postoperative Complications
The Impact of Prehabilitation Bundle on Perioperative Outcome for Frail Elderly Patients Undergoing Major Abdominal Surgery
This study aims to study the efficacy of a preoperative "bundle" of interventions, which consists of preoperative physiotherapy, nutritional support and cognitive exercises on elderly frail patients undergoing major abdominal…
- Trial name
- NCT02921932
- Testing
- Ensure, Resource 2.0 and Glucerna, Cognitive Training, Memory Card Game, 'Threshold' Inspiratory Muscle Trainer, Respironics of New Jersey Inc
- Where
- Singapore
- Volunteers
- 62 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Singapore General Hospital
Exercise-Induced Fatigue
Muscle Oxygenation and Autonomic Recovery After Repeated Sprint in Competitive Soccer Players
This study evaluates the acute and short-term recovery responses to repeated sprint exercise in competitive male soccer players.
- Trial name
- NCT07742163
- Testing
- 8 x 30 m Repeated Sprint Exercise
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 48 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Pamukkale University
High-Intensity Interval Training, Resistance Training
Speed-specific Training and Ultrasound
The investigators propose to compare the effects of a 12-week load resistance training program to a velocity resistance training program on ultrasound measures of quadriceps muscle quality in a healthy, older adult population.
- Trial name
- NCT05513521
- Testing
- High-velocity interval training, Resistance training
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 25 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Miami
Cognition - Other, Strength Outcomes
Effects of Alpha-GPC on Muscle Power, GH Levels, and Cognitive Function
Purpose: To determine the effects of low dose and high dose Alpha-GPC on cognitive performance, muscle performance, and serum growth hormone levels.
- Trial name
- NCT06690619
- Testing
- 315 mg Alpha-GPC, 630 mg Alpha-GPC
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Lindenwood University
Changes in Facial Muscles Following Filler Injection
Dynamic Changes in Some Facial Muscles After Hyaluronic Acid Filler Injection
assess electrophysiological changes in some facial muscle dynamics following hyaluronic acid filler injection in superficial versus deep level of injection.
- Trial name
- NCT05034965
- Testing
- hyaluronic acid filler injection
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Alexandria University