Stanford scientists probe the immune system's role in post-workout pain

NCT ID NCT07215338

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looked at how the immune system reacts to exercise and how that might cause delayed muscle soreness. Twenty-two healthy adults did arm curls and gave blood samples over several days. Researchers tracked pain and lactate levels to better understand why muscles ache after a workout.

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Locations

  • Stanford University

    Stanford, California, 94305, United States

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