Scientists probe why some People's muscles bounce back faster after inactivity

NCT ID NCT04151901

Summary

This research study aims to understand how middle-aged men and women's muscles recover after a period of not being used. Healthy participants aged 50-65 will have one leg immobilized for a week, followed by a week of rehabilitation exercise. Researchers will measure muscle changes to learn why some people recover faster than others and how recovery differs between men and women.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

    RECRUITING

    San Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States

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  • University of Texas Medical Branch

    COMPLETED

    Galveston, Texas, 77555, United States

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