Shocking muscles back to health: new ICU study tests electric therapy

NCT ID NCT07430969

First seen Feb 24, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a single session of whole-body electrical muscle stimulation, with or without extra amino acids, can improve muscle protein balance in sedated ICU patients on ventilators. 30 adults will be split into three groups: sham stimulation, real stimulation, or real stimulation plus a 20g amino acid drink. Researchers will measure protein turnover and blood flow to see if these approaches can reduce muscle wasting.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Hospital Gelderse Vallei

    RECRUITING

    Ede, Netherlands

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