Electric shocks may help control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes

NCT ID NCT02510521

First seen Apr 05, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study tested whether neuro-myo-electrical stimulation (NMES) — a method that uses electrical pulses to make muscles contract — could improve insulin sensitivity in people with type 2 diabetes. Eighteen adults with type 2 diabetes and overweight received NMES on their thigh muscles in a single session and then daily for 6 days. The goal was to see if NMES could serve as an alternative to physical activity for those unable to exercise. The study measured insulin sensitivity using a gold-standard clamp technique.

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Locations

  • Endocrinology Unit and Clinical Research Center Basse Normandie, University Hospital of Caen

    Caen, 14000, France

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