Effects of eccentric pedaling on muscle function

Effects of Eccentric Pedaling at Different Rates on Neuromuscular Function

NA · Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon · NCT04886115

This study tests how different pedaling speeds during a special type of exercise can improve muscle function and fitness in people who can do moderate physical activity.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment35 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 40 Years
SexAll
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon (other)
Locations1 site (Dijon)
Trial IDNCT04886115 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates how different pedaling rates during eccentric pedaling affect neuromuscular function in individuals capable of moderate physical activity. Participants will undergo neuromuscular evaluations and assessments of aerobic capacity while engaging in pedaling at rates of 15 and 60 rpm, as well as a control condition of no pedaling. The goal is to understand the optimal pedaling frequency for enhancing muscle function and exercise capacity. The findings could provide insights into effective rehabilitation strategies using eccentric exercises.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy individuals aged 18 to 40 who can perform moderate physical activity.

Not a fit: Patients with physical disabilities affecting the lower limbs or those unable to engage in exercise on an ergocycle will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved rehabilitation protocols for enhancing muscle function in individuals engaging in moderate physical activity.

How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of eccentric pedaling at varying rates is less explored, similar studies have shown promise in enhancing muscle function through eccentric exercises.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Person who has given oral consent
* Subject capable of understanding simple commands and giving consent
* Subject (male or female) between 18 and 40 years of age.
* Subject able to do moderate physical activity

Exclusion Criteria:

* Person not affiliated to national health insurance.
* Physical disabilities affecting the lower limbs or the pelvis, and which may hinder or prevent the practice of exercise on an ergocycle, whether neurological (central or peripheral), arterial (in particular, arterial disease of the lower limbs with a systolic index \< 0.6) or orthopedic (degenerative or inflammatory rheumatism).
* Person under legal protection (curatorship, guardianship)
* Person under court order (sauvegarde de justice)
* Pregnant, parturient or breastfeeding women
* Major unable to express consent
* Minor

Where this trial is running

Dijon

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.

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Conditions: Volunteers Who Can do Moderate Physical Activity

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.