Clinical trials
Sarcopenia clinical trials
Below are recruiting sarcopenia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 197 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06722508Recruiting
Exercise and nutrition before head and neck cancer treatment
This study tests whether an exercise and nutrition program before your cancer treatment can help you recover better. You'll work with a coach to prepare your body for surgery or radiation.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06805552Recruiting
Sarcopenia and targeted therapy in liver cancer
This study looks at muscle loss in people with liver cancer who are receiving targeted therapy (TKIs). It aims to understand how muscle health affects treatment outcomes. You may qualify if you have intermediate or advanced liver cancer or earlier stage that hasn't responded to prior treatments.
BolognaAges 18 years+ - NCT06806501Recruiting
Muscle health during menopause: a study for women
This study looks at how menopause affects muscle mass and quality in women who do not regularly do resistance exercise. It may help find ways to prevent age-related muscle loss.
NottinghamAges 18–65 - NCT06811324RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for muscle and vessel health in older adults
This study tests if the drug tirzepatide can improve muscle and blood vessel health in older adults with obesity. You may be eligible if you are 50 or older, have a BMI between 30 and 40, and do not have diabetes.
San Antonio, TexasAges 50 years+ - NCT06816836Recruiting
Measuring leg muscle mass to predict hospital stay after cancer surgery
This study uses ultrasound to measure leg muscle mass before surgery for gynecologic cancers, to see if it can predict how long you'll need to stay in the hospital after the operation.
Kolkata, West BengalAges 50–99 - 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 - NCT06828926Recruiting
Tai Chi study for older adults with memory concerns
This study tests whether tai chi can improve thinking, memory, and overall well-being in older adults who have mild memory problems (Mild Cognitive Impairment) or are healthy. It looks at how tai chi affects the brain and daily life.
Athens, OhioAges 60 years+ - NCT06851676Recruiting
Testing mineral water's effects on bone and muscle health
This trial tests if drinking Fonte Fausta® mineral water can help improve bone and muscle health in people with weak bones (osteopenia or osteoporosis). Researchers want to see if this water has special benefits beyond regular water.
Naples, ItalyAges 65 years+ - NCT06889415Recruiting
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Bone & Muscle Loss: A Study
This study looks at how rheumatoid arthritis relates to bone thinning and muscle loss in people over 50. It aims to find what factors are linked to these conditions.
Konya, SelçukluAges 50 years+ - NCT06898476Recruiting
Silkworm pupa powder for Alzheimer's disease
This study tests if a powder made from silkworm pupae can help improve memory and thinking in people with Alzheimer's disease. It is for people with mild to severe Alzheimer's who have clear signs of the disease in their blood or brain scans.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 50–90 - 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 - 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 - NCT07004595Recruiting
Frailty in scarring lung disease: a study
This study looks at how frailty (a state of being more vulnerable to health problems) affects people with scarring lung diseases. It aims to understand if frailty can help predict how the disease will progress and how treatments might be adjusted.
Nantes, NantesAges 65 years+ - NCT07028580Recruiting
High-Protein Plant Diet for Liver Cirrhosis
This study tests whether a special diet high in plant-based protein (with some animal protein) can help people with severe liver cirrhosis who are waiting for a kidney transplant. The diet aims to improve nutrition and health without overloading the liver.
Athens, AtticaAges 18–80 - NCT07059871Recruiting
Silkworm powder for nutrition in Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests whether a dietary supplement made from silkworm pupa powder can improve nutrition in people with Alzheimer's disease. It looks at weight, nutrition risk, and daily living skills over time.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 50–90 - 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 - 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+ - 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+ - 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+ - NCT07237438Recruiting
Comparing two anesthetics for muscle loss in colon surgery
This trial tests whether one type of anesthesia (TIVA) is better than another (balanced anesthesia) at preventing muscle loss in patients undergoing open colorectal cancer surgery. If you are scheduled for this surgery, your participation could help doctors learn which approach is gentler on your muscles.
IașiAges 18 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 - 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+ - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for sarcopenia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 197 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.