Effect of a daily supplement on muscle function in people with muscle loss
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This study tests whether a daily supplement called HMB can help improve muscle strength, muscle mass, and physical function in adults with sarcopenia who have recently taken a break from activity. If you are eligible, you will help researchers learn if this supplement is a good addition to physical therapy.
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Who can take part
- You are between 50 and 99 years old.
- You have sarcopenia, which means you have low muscle mass, lower muscle strength, and slow physical performance.
- You have had a period of bed rest lasting at least 5 days.
- You can walk on your own or with minimal help.
- You have no kidney or liver disease, no known allergy to the supplement, and you do not take blood-thinning medications.
- You do not have uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes, active cancer, or certain foot problems.
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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