Muscle atrophy

This study tests whether giving patients electrical muscle stimulation and high-protein shakes soon after a type of stroke (aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage) can prevent muscle loss and improve recovery. Thirty adults will receive the combo therapy or standard care. The main go…

This trial investigates whether using a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the thigh muscles (neuromuscular electrical stimulation, or NMES) can prevent muscle loss and weakness after abdominal surgery for colorectal or gastric cancer. Some participants will also receive…

This phase 2 trial tests whether a 4-week course of an essential amino acid supplement can help older adults (65+) rebuild muscle after a hip fracture. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the supplement or standard care alone. Researchers will measure m…

This study tests whether giving ICU patients extra protein and activating their muscles early (using electrical stimulation and movement) can prevent severe muscle loss. About 40 critically ill adults on ventilators will take part. The goal is to see if this approach helps patien…

This study looks at whether adding protein supplements to the diet can prevent muscle wasting in people with heart failure. About 120 adults with heart failure and reduced pumping ability will be randomly assigned to receive no, low, or high doses of protein drinks. The main goal…

This study tests whether a type of exercise using a flywheel machine can help prevent muscle loss and weakness during space travel. Sixteen healthy adults who exercise regularly will take part. They will use crutches and a special shoe to mimic the reduced weight-bearing of space…