Effect of heating on glucose tolerance

Peripheral Heating and Glucose Tolerance

NA · San Diego State University · NCT05300256

This study tests if warming up certain parts of the body can help adults aged 18 to 80 manage their blood sugar levels better.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorSan Diego State University (other)
Locations1 site (San Diego, California)
Trial IDNCT05300256 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates how peripheral heating affects glucose tolerance in adults aged 18 to 80. Participants will be subjected to either a peripheral heating intervention or a sham treatment to assess changes in their glucose metabolism. The study aims to determine if heating can improve glucose tolerance, which is crucial for managing conditions like diabetes. The methodology involves monitoring glucose levels before and after the interventions to evaluate their effectiveness.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 80 who do not have open wounds on their feet or legs and do not suffer from peripheral neuropathy.

Not a fit: Patients with open wounds on their feet or legs or those with peripheral neuropathy may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a non-invasive method to improve glucose tolerance and aid in diabetes management.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of peripheral heating is less commonly studied, similar interventions targeting glucose metabolism have shown promise in other research.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* 18-80 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* Open wounds on feet or legs
* Peripheral neuropathy

Where this trial is running

San Diego, California

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Glucose Tolerance

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.