Electrical muscle stimulation exercise study for older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests if whole-body electrical muscle stimulation exercise helps improve nerve signals to muscles in older adults. It compares older participants (65+) with younger ones (18-39) to see how this type of exercise affects muscle activation.
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Who can take part
- You must be 65 years or older (or 18-39 for the younger group)
- You must be able to walk without any help from a cane, walker, or wheelchair
- You must have enough strength to move your major joints against gravity
- You need a doctor's permission to join an exercise program
- You must not have a pacemaker, metal implants, or other implanted devices that could be affected by electrical stimulation
- You must not have a serious nerve or muscle condition (like Parkinson's, stroke, multiple sclerosis, or severe nerve damage)
Quick eligibility check
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