Shocking the aging muscle: can zaps restore youthful strength?

NCT ID NCT06689618

First seen Feb 18, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This small pilot study tests whether whole-body electrical muscle stimulation combined with exercise can improve the way nerves activate muscles in healthy older adults (65+). Participants will do supervised sessions twice a week for four weeks, with before-and-after tests of muscle firing rates and physical function like walking and stair climbing. The goal is to see if this approach can counteract age-related muscle decline.

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  • NextGen Precision Health Building, Clinical and Translational Science Unit

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    Columbia, Missouri, 65211, United States

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