Shocking recovery: brain zaps and leg squeezes tested on Middle-Aged runners
NCT ID NCT07333404
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at two recovery methods—pneumatic compression (squeezing the legs) and transcranial direct current stimulation (a mild electrical current to the head)—to see if they help athletes aged 40-55 recover after a 10-kilometer run. Sixteen trained male runners completed the run and then tried each method alone, together, or none (as a control). Researchers measured muscle function, heart rate, and mental performance to find the best way to bounce back. The goal is to give older runners practical tips to recover faster and reduce injury risk.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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16 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2026
- Finished
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May 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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40 to 55 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria * Age 40 to 55 years * Completion of an official 10-kilometer race in under 50 minutes within the last six months * Regular training 5 days per week, 90 minutes per day * Weekly running volume of 60-80 kilometers * Aerobic fitness ≥ 80% according to American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines Exclusion Criteria * Use of regular medications within the last six months * Consumption of stimulants, caffeine, or alcohol within 24 hours prior to testing * Smoking * Musculoskeletal injuries within the last six months * Participation in current physical therapy programs * Epilepsy or history of seizures * Cardiac, brain, or other electronic implants * Open wounds or dermatological conditions on the head * Circulatory disorders, including deep vein thrombosis, peripheral arterial disease, or severe varicose veins * Previous exposure to transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) or pneumatic compression (PC) interventions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Bursa Uludag University, Faculty of Sport Sciences
Bursa, Nilüfer, 16000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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