Can a simple exercise bike plus electrical stimulation help ICU patients get stronger faster?

NCT ID NCT07179718

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 18, 2026 · Updated 36 times

Summary

This study looks at two different exercise programs for people in the intensive care unit (ICU). One group uses a special exercise bike, while the other group uses the bike plus electrical stimulation on their leg muscles. The goal is to see which approach helps patients move better and get stronger over 5 days. The study involves 24 adults who are stable enough to participate.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hacettepe University Medical Intensive Care Unit

    Ankara, ALTINDAG, 06230, Turkey (Türkiye)

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Critical Illness

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