Former athletes at risk? study links old injuries and sedentary habits to poor health
NCT ID NCT05344001
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how past sports injuries and a sedentary lifestyle may lead to chronic disease, pain, and disability in former athletes. Researchers will compare strength, function, physical activity, and heart health among current and former college athletes and non-athletes aged 18-25 or 40-64. The goal is to understand long-term health risks and inform future prevention strategies.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could identify key factors that lead to poor health in former athletes, pointing toward ways to prevent chronic disease and disability later in life.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly improve health, and results may not apply to all former athletes or non-athletes.
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Marquette University
RECRUITINGMilwaukee, Wisconsin, 53233, United States
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