Can a natural pill help your ligaments grow stronger?

NCT ID NCT06138106

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of California, Davis Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a natural supplement can increase collagen production in the body after exercise. Twenty healthy adults will take the supplement or a placebo for a week while doing weight-bearing exercise. Researchers will measure collagen markers in the blood and use those blood samples to see if they strengthen lab-grown ligaments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: natural product supplement (GRAS certified)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple supplement to help strengthen connective tissues like ligaments and tendons.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-stage study in 20 healthy young adults. It only measures short-term blood markers, not actual long-term health benefits. Results may not apply to older people or those with injuries.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

connective tissue disorder Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CONNECTIVE TISSUE DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS EXERCISE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hickey Laboratory
RECRUITING

Davis, California, 95616, United States

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