Shocking muscles back to life: new exercise hope for ALS and SMA patients

NCT ID NCT07478172

First seen Mar 29, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests a special exercise method using whole-body electrical muscle stimulation (WB-EMS) in adults with neuromuscular diseases like ALS, SMA, and muscular dystrophy. Because these conditions make normal exercise hard, WB-EMS directly triggers muscle contractions without needing full effort from the brain. Up to 50 participants will do 20-minute sessions 1-2 times a week for 4-8 weeks, and researchers will measure changes in muscle strength, walking, balance, fatigue, and quality of life.

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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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