Clinical trials
Sarcopenia clinical trials
Below are recruiting sarcopenia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 181 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07357662Recruiting
Exercise video games for foot strength and balance in older adults
This study tests how playing fun exercise video games (exergames) can improve foot muscle activity, balance, and ability to move around in older adults who are otherwise healthy.
Tarsus, Mersi̇nAges 65–80 - NCT06545123Recruiting
How different exercises affect gut health in older adults with muscle loss
This study looks at how different types of exercise can change the bacteria in your gut for older adults who have muscle loss (sarcopenia). You will be assigned to one of two exercise programs to see which one helps your muscles and gut health the most.
PortoAges 60 years+ - NCT07325305Recruiting
Exercise to protect muscle in childhood leukemia
This trial tests whether starting physical activity and exercise early in treatment can help children with leukemia prevent muscle loss and reduce frailty. It involves wearing a Fitbit to track activity and may help kids stay stronger during and after treatment.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 5–17 - NCT07322653Recruiting
Supplements to improve fitness in older adults with muscle loss
This study tests whether a special drink (MediDrink Platinum+) and a bean protein supplement can help improve fitness and muscle strength in older adults who are malnourished and have muscle loss. If you are 60 or older, underweight, and have lost muscle, this trial may offer a way to see if these supplements can help you get stronger.
BudapestAges 60 years+ - NCT07312136Enrolling by invitation
Liver health follow-up study for type 2 diabetes
This study follows up on people with type 2 diabetes who already took part in an earlier study about liver health. It uses an MRI scan to check the liver for fat and other changes, helping doctors understand the long-term impact of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD).
Linköping, Östergötland CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07308314Recruiting
Taining County chronic disease management study
This study looks at how to manage chronic diseases (like diabetes or high blood pressure) better for people living in Taining County. It involves completing a survey and regular check-ins over the next few years.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18 years+ - NCT06826963Recruiting
Eccentric exercise for older adults with heart failure and muscle loss
This study tests whether a special type of exercise (eccentric, or lengthening, exercises) can help older adults with heart failure who also have muscle loss. It aims to see if the exercise is safe and improves strength and function.
Verona, VeronaAges 65–85 - NCT07291141Recruiting
MRI vs. Ultrasound for Liver Cancer Detection in Cirrhosis
This study compares MRI and ultrasound to see which is better at finding liver cancer early in people with liver cirrhosis. It also looks at body composition and other factors that could lead to worsening liver function.
Linköping, Select A State Or ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT07291765Recruiting
Using Blood Flow Restriction in Hip Fracture Rehab
This trial tests whether using a special blood pressure cuff during rehab exercises can help older adults recover faster after a hip fracture.
Cologne, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 65 years+ - NCT07281846Recruiting
TIPS with or without BCAA for cirrhosis and muscle wasting
This trial tests whether adding branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) to the standard TIPS procedure helps people with cirrhosis and muscle wasting. It aims to see if BCAA can improve outcomes after TIPS.
WuhanAges 18–80 - NCT07256925Recruiting
Malnutrition screening for clinic patients
This trial is testing a simple screening tool to identify malnutrition risk in adults visiting hospital clinics. Participating could help researchers find better ways to spot nutrition problems early and connect you with help.
Sarıçam, AdanaAges 18 years+ - NCT06902597Recruiting
Sarcopenia and nerve damage in type 1 diabetes: a pilot study
This study looks at whether muscle loss (sarcopenia) is related to diabetic nerve damage in adults with type 1 diabetes. If you join, you will help researchers understand this connection better.
Rome, LazioAges 50–80 - NCT05414292Recruiting
Testing rapamycin effect on exercise muscle function in older adults
This study looks at how rapamycin (a medication that affects a growth signal in the body) changes muscle responses when older adults do resistance exercise. It may help researchers understand whether this treatment could improve or alter muscle function with aging.
DerbyAges 50–90 - NCT07205133Recruiting
Vibration therapy for older adults to improve muscle health
This trial tests whether whole body vibration therapy can help improve muscle health in older adults. You stand on a vibrating platform for a few minutes a few times a week, which may strengthen your muscles and reduce frailty.
SingaporeAges 65 years+ - NCT07198568Recruiting
Swallowing and Neck Muscle Activity in Sarcopenic Dysphagia
This study looks at how the muscles in your neck and throat work when you swallow, specifically in older adults who have both sarcopenia (low muscle mass) and trouble swallowing. The goal is to better understand the connection between swallowing and muscle activity, which may help develop better treatments.
Incheon, Jung-guAges 65 years+ - NCT07171593Enrolling by invitation
High protein drink for Crohn's with muscle loss
This trial tests if a high protein oral nutrition drink with HMB can help people with active Crohn's disease who also have muscle loss (sarcopenia). The goal is to see if it improves muscle strength and overall health.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–50 - NCT07151742Enrolling by invitation
Exercise during dialysis for muscle health
This study tests whether exercise during hemodialysis can improve muscle oxygen levels and how well dialysis works. It is for people who have been on dialysis for at least a year and have muscle loss (sarcopenia).
Istanbul, KadikoyAges 18–65 - NCT07151365Recruiting
Plant-based diets and healthy aging study
This study looks at how a plant-based diet might help people age in a healthy way. It is for adults 40 and older who are part of the Tzu Chi Foundation and are joining a health checkup program.
Dalin, ChiayiAges 40 years+ - NCT06015971Recruiting
Omega-3 and nutrition support for gastrointestinal cancer
This trial tests whether adding omega-3 fatty acids and extra nutrition support can help people with gastrointestinal cancer who have lost weight. It aims to improve strength and well-being during treatment.
Córdoba, CordobaAges 18 years+ - NCT06958302Recruiting
Diabetes Nerve Damage and Muscle Mass in Type 2 Diabetes
This study examines how nerve damage from diabetes (diabetic neuropathy) relates to muscle loss in people with type 2 diabetes. It aims to help understand and possibly prevent muscle weakness.
Cairo, AbbassiaAges 45 years+ - NCT06964880Recruiting
Peer support program for obesity and muscle loss awareness in college students
This study tests whether a peer support program (using videos and messages) can help college students become more aware of obesity and muscle loss. It is for students at one university in central Taiwan who are slightly overweight or have higher body fat, and who are otherwise healthy.
TaichungAges 18–25 - NCT07102667Enrolling by invitation
Protein intake for muscle health in older kidney patients
This study tests how much protein older adults with kidney disease and muscle loss should eat to build or maintain muscle. You will follow a protein plan and do simple resistance exercises to see if it helps your strength.
BangkokAges 65 years+ - NCT06363253Recruiting
Gut bacteria study in obesity and muscle loss
This study looks at the bacteria in your gut (the microbiome) to understand how they relate to obesity and muscle loss. Researchers will collect stool samples to analyze the gut bacteria, which may help find new ways to treat metabolic diseases.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - NCT07083557Recruiting
Validation study for lab tests on hormones and metabolism
This study checks if lab tests used for hormone, heart, metabolism, and muscle disorders are accurate and reliable. You might be eligible if you are an adult with a body mass index between 16 and 60.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–100
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for sarcopenia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 181 recruiting sarcopenia studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a sarcopenia trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a sarcopenia trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.