Two days of arm rest may reveal why muscles weaken faster in type 2 diabetes
NCT ID NCT06750497
First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026
Summary
This study investigates how two days of forearm immobilization (keeping the arm in a cast or sling) changes the way muscles take up glucose and amino acids. Researchers will compare these effects in people with type 2 diabetes and healthy volunteers. The goal is to understand why muscle insulin sensitivity drops so quickly during short periods of inactivity, especially in those with diabetes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
forearm immobilization
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help explain why muscle weakness and insulin resistance develop quickly in people with type 2 diabetes after short periods of inactivity.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (26 participants) that only looks at short-term effects. Results may not apply to longer periods of inactivity or to broader populations.
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Wageningen University and Research
RECRUITINGWageningen, Gelderland, 6708WD, Netherlands
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