Effects of electrical stimulation on fatigue in healthy individuals
Official title: Neuromodulation and Its Effects on Muscle Activity and Fatigue
Run by University of Oklahoma · NCT05487131 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests if a mild electrical current applied to the neck can help healthy adults feel less tired and improve their muscle performance.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Oklahoma Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Norman, Oklahoma) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 3, 2023 |
| Main results expected | September 2027 |
| Study ends | December 2027 |
| Registry record updated | April 9, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05487131 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are healthy individuals aged 18 to 50 without any neuromuscular diseases or metal implants.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with metal implants, joint replacements, or skin hypersensitivity may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This project investigates the impact of transcutaneous spinal direct current stimulation (TsDCS) on functional capacity and muscle activation in healthy individuals aged 18 to 50. Participants will undergo one familiarization session followed by three experimental sessions where their fatigability and motor function will be assessed. The study aims to explore how a weak electrical current applied to the neck or thoracic area influences fatigue levels and muscle performance.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into non-invasive methods to enhance functional capacity and reduce fatigue in healthy individuals.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of using electrical stimulation for fatigue is explored in various contexts, this specific application in healthy aging is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Healthy individuals between 18 and 50 years old Exclusion Criteria: Metal implants or joint replacement. Presence of neuromuscular disease. Skin hypersensitivity.
Where it's running
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University of Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hugo Pereira, PhD — University of Oklahoma
- Study coordinator: Hugo Pereira, PhD
- Email: hugomax@ou.edu
- Phone: 405-325-2773
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.