New movement program aims to speed up muscle pain recovery without drugs
NCT ID NCT07220200
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tested a structured 8-week movement program called MOVE for people with recent muscle or joint pain (less than 12 weeks). 40 adults aged 18-65 took part. The program includes four phases: Mobilize, Optimize Load, Validate Neural Control, and Energize Recovery. Researchers measured pain and function changes from start to end of the program.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- MOVE Rehabilitation Protocol (a structured movement and exercise program)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to recover faster from muscle or joint pain.
- What could go wrong
- This was a small, early study with no control group, so results may not be reliable or apply to everyone. The program requires supervised sessions, which may not be practical for all.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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BodyGNTX Fitness Institute
Columbus, Ohio, 43220, United States
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GFFI Fitness Academy
New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, 110026, India
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Indian Institute of Kinesiology & Biomechanics Science (IIKBS)
Burhānpur, Madhya Pradesh, 450331, India
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MMSx AUTHORITY (COORDINATING CENTER)
Powell, Ohio, 43065, United States
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