Exercise and pain relief in arms vs. legs: a healthy volunteer study
This trial compares how well exercise reduces pain sensitivity in the arms versus the legs. Healthy participants will do exercise and have their pain response measured to understand how exercise can naturally relieve pain.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 64 years old.
- You have no known heart, lung, metabolic, nerve, or muscle/bone conditions.
- You do not have epilepsy or a history of seizures.
- You are not pregnant.
- You are not taking any prescription or over-the-counter medications.
- You have no pain today and have not had frequent pain in the last 3 months.
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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