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Shock therapy for seniors? tiny study tests EMS + workout for menopause muscle loss

NCT ID NCT07628790

Symptom relief Sponsor: Seoul National University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This pilot study tests whether adding lower-body electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) to resistance training is feasible and helpful for inactive postmenopausal women aged 50-70. Sixteen women will do 12 exercise sessions over 6 weeks, with half also receiving EMS. Researchers will check if the combo improves muscle mass, strength, artery health, and heart rate control. The main goal is to see if a larger trial is possible.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Electrical muscle stimulation device combined with resistance training
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple way to help postmenopausal women maintain muscle strength and heart health without extra effort.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 16 people, so results may not apply widely. The added benefit of EMS over exercise alone is uncertain.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

16 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2026

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

50 to 70 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 50 to 70 years. * Menopause for at least 1 year with no current menstruation. * Physically inactive (have not participated in resistance training more than twice a week for the past 6 months) Exclusion Criteria: * Currently receiving hormone replacement therapy (HRT). * Presence of implanted electrical medical devices. * Severe or uncontrolled medical conditions. * Any surgery within the past 6 months. * Acute illness with fever, infection, or active inflammation. * Severe peripheral arterial disease or abdominal/inguinal hernia. * Severe psychiatric disorders requiring medication, or current substance abuse. * Deemed physically or mentally unfit to participate in the exercise program by the investigator.

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Conditions

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Motor Activity

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Autonomic function Body composition Post-menopausal Resistance exercise

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Seoul National University

    Seoul, Seoul, 08826, South Korea

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