Sweat and surgery: can they save your nerves?

NCT ID NCT03617185

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looked at how high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and weight-loss surgery affect nerve health in people with obesity. Researchers measured nerve fiber density in the skin and used eye scans to track nerve changes. The goal was to see if these interventions could lower the risk of developing peripheral neuropathy, a condition that causes numbness and pain.

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Locations

  • University Of Michigan

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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