Shocking therapy: electrical pulses may keep cancer patients on their feet
NCT ID NCT04364256
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study tested whether neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) can help veterans with blood cancers maintain physical function and reduce fatigue during stem cell transplant. 46 participants used NMES while hospitalized. The goal was to see if this alternative exercise approach could prevent muscle loss and improve quality of life.
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VA Puget Sound Health Care System Seattle Division, Seattle, WA
Seattle, Washington, 98108-1532, United States
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