Cardiovascular, cerebral, and performance responses to Q-Collar™ use in a 5-km cycling time trial
NCT ID NCT07808710
First seen Sep 09, 2026 · Last updated Sep 09, 2026
Summary
This study examined the effects of wearing the Q-Collar during high-intensity cycling exercise. Eleven recreationally trained male participants completed two 5-kilometer cycling time trials: one while wearing the Q-Collar and one without the Q-Collar. During and after each trial, researchers measured cardiovascular responses, brain oxygenation, blood lactate, perceived exertion, cognitive performance, and cycling performance. The purpose of the study was to determine whether wearing the Q-Collar affects physiological responses, cognitive function, or performance during high-intensity exercise.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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11 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Mar 2024
- Finished
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May 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 35 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Male participants * 18-35 years old * Recreationally trained * Provided written informed consent * Achieved a maximal oxygen consumption (VO₂max) classified as "good" or "excellent" during cardiopulmonary exercise testing Exclusion Criteria: * Failure to meet the required "good" or "excellent" VO₂max classification during cardiopulmonary exercise testing * Outside age range
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa, 50614, United States