Ultrasound check for age-related muscle loss
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study uses an ultrasound (a painless scan) to check for sarcopenia—age-related muscle loss. It may be a good fit if you're over 50 and have noticed trouble with walking, climbing, or recent falls or weight loss.
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Who can take part
- You are over 50 years old
- You have signs of possible muscle loss, like trouble walking, getting up from a chair, climbing stairs, recent falls, or unintentional weight loss
- You do not have an amputated arm or leg
- You do not have severe leg swelling above the knee
- You do not have a pacemaker
- You are able to follow instructions and complete the study
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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