Effects of cooling on sprinting performance
The Effects of Palmar Cooling on Repeated Sprinting Ability
This study is testing if cooling the hands can help young adults perform better during repeated sprints and reduce tiredness.
Quick facts
| Phase | Early Phase 1 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 30 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Mississippi Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Jackson, Mississippi) |
| Trial ID | NCT06356142 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot study investigates how noninvasive temperature manipulation affects the ability to perform repeated sprints in healthy individuals aged 18-30. Participants will be randomized into two groups, one receiving palmar cooling and the other a placebo, and will undergo a series of ten 60-meter sprints with rest intervals. The goal is to assess whether cooling can mitigate exercise-induced fatigue during high-intensity sprinting activities. The study aims to enroll 90 participants to evaluate the impact of this intervention on athletic performance.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy individuals aged 18-30 who can perform maximal exercise without restrictions.
Not a fit: Patients with injuries or illnesses that prevent them from exercising at maximal capacity will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance athletic performance by improving repeated sprinting ability through temperature manipulation.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using temperature manipulation is innovative, similar studies have not been widely reported, making this a novel investigation.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy individuals 18-30 years of age Exclusion Criteria: * Participant self-reporting injury or illness that will prevent them from exercising at maximal capacity * If participant has been told by their healthcare provider that they should avoid exercising at maximal capacity * Has previously used the palmar cooling device
Where this trial is running
Jackson, Mississippi
- University of Mississippi Medical Center — Jackson, Mississippi, United States (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.