Muscle tissue transplant for muscle loss from bed rest
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This early-stage study tests whether transplanting small pieces of your own muscle under the skin is safe and might help rebuild muscle lost during long bed rest. It aims to see if this procedure can improve muscle strength and mass in people who have been immobile for weeks.
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Who can take part
- You have been on continuous bed rest for at least 4 weeks, for example due to a stroke, spinal cord injury, major surgery, or long illness.
- You have significant muscle loss or weakness, confirmed by tests like a DXA scan.
- You have no history of cancer, no bleeding disorders, and no active infections or immune system problems.
- You are not currently taking certain medicines like blood thinners, steroids, or muscle-building hormones.
- You have stable health overall, and you or your family can agree to the procedure and a muscle biopsy.
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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