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Scientists seek the perfect way to measure muscle strength
NCT ID NCT07508150
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how to accurately measure muscle strength in 112 healthy women. Researchers compare two methods of adjusting strength results for body size. The goal is to find which method gives more consistent results, helping future studies and treatments.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 112 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Mar 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Apr 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
A total of 112 healthy sedentary females volunteered to participate in the study. Their demographic characteristics including age, weight, height and BMI are illustrated in Table 1. Ethical approval was obtained from the Research Ethics Committee of the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University. Prior to enrollment, all participants provided written informed consent after receiving a comprehensive explanation of the study objectives, procedures, and their rights as research subjects. All procedures were performed in accordance with the Helsinki Declaration. All participants provided informed written consent prior to participation, aligning with ethical standards for research with human subjects.
- Ages
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25 to 35 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * he absence of any current or prior musculoskeletal injury or pain affecting the trunk, pelvis, or lower extremities within the preceding six months. * absence of neurological, cardiovascular, or systemic conditions that could influence muscle strength or motor performance. * a normal BMI relative to their age and sex and were recreationally active without engaging in any structured strength training program targeting the trunk or hip muscles during the three months preceding the study. * all participants were able to comprehend the study procedures and provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * any history of musculoskeletal injury, surgery, or chronic pain involving the spine, pelvis, hip, knee, or ankle. Individuals with diagnosed neurological disorders, balance impairments, or vestibular conditions were also ineligible. * cardiovascular, respiratory, or systemic diseases that could affect physical performance or muscle strength were excluded * a prior history of lower limb or trunk fractures. Individuals engaged in competitive sports or structured resistance training programs targeting the trunk and lower limb muscles within the preceding three months were not included. * musculoskeletal deformities, leg length discrepancies, or any other condition that could interfere with the testing procedures
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University
Giza, 12511, Egypt
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