Lying down for 5 days: scientists watch muscles shrink in real time

NCT ID NCT07178353

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at what happens to muscle size, strength, and insulin sensitivity after 5 days of strict bedrest in healthy young adults. Twelve volunteers will undergo tests before and after the bedrest period, including MRI scans, strength tests, and muscle biopsies. The goal is to better understand how quickly muscle loss and metabolic changes occur during short-term inactivity.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Insulin Resistance muscular atrophy Muscular Disorders, Atrophic

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Queen's Univeristy

    RECRUITING

    Kingston, Ontario, K7L 3N6, Canada

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