Vibrating pads might keep muscles strong while You're laid up

NCT ID NCT07021079

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a small vibrating device placed on the thigh can prevent muscle loss when a leg is immobilized. Forty-two healthy adults will have one leg in a cast for several days. Half will receive daily vibration sessions; the other half will not. Researchers will measure changes in muscle strength and jump performance to see if the vibration helps maintain muscle function.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: focal muscle vibration (device)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-invasive way to prevent muscle loss during bed rest or cast immobilization.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study in healthy volunteers, not patients. The results may not apply to real-world medical conditions, and the vibration may not prevent muscle loss.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Sedentary Behavior

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEALTHY VOLUNTEER STUDY HYPOACTIVITY VIBRATION THERAPY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Centre Hospitalier Universitaire
RECRUITING

Saint-Etienne, 42055, France

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