Impact of local heat therapy on glycemic control and frailty in older adults at risk for type 2 diabetes
Glycemic control and frailty risk in older people at risk for type 2 diabetes: Impact of local heat therapy
This study is looking at how using local heat therapy can help older adults at risk for type 2 diabetes feel stronger and healthier, especially by improving their muscle health and blood sugar control, and it may include some fun, quick exercise sessions too!
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas Tech University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lubbock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10770256 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how local heat therapy can improve glycemic control and reduce frailty in older adults who are at risk for type 2 diabetes. The study focuses on understanding the relationship between muscle health, insulin responsiveness, and frailty, particularly in individuals with prediabetes. Participants may engage in high-intensity interval training (HIIT) as part of the intervention, which is designed to be time-efficient and beneficial for muscle function. The goal is to enhance muscle mass and function, thereby decreasing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and associated frailty.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults with prediabetes who are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for type 2 diabetes or those who do not meet the age criteria may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for older adults at risk for type 2 diabetes by reducing frailty and enhancing muscle function.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that interventions like high-intensity interval training can effectively improve muscle function in older adults, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Lubbock, United States
- Texas Tech University — Lubbock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Luk, Hui Ying — Texas Tech University
- Study coordinator: Luk, Hui Ying
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.