Effects of microcurrent treatment with and without resistance exercises
Effects of Microcurrent Treatment With and Without Resistance Exercises on Body Composition, Muscle Strength, and Physical Function in Middle-aged Adults
This study is testing whether microcurrent treatment alone or combined with resistance exercises can help middle-aged adults improve their muscle strength and overall physical ability.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Greenwich Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (London) |
| Trial ID | NCT05567237 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to analyze the effects of microcurrent treatment alone and in combination with a resistance exercise program on muscle strength, body composition, and physical functional capacity in middle-aged adults aged 40 to 65. It employs a randomized, double-blind, parallel-group design, where participants will either engage in a 6-week supervised resistance training program with microcurrent or sham treatment, or a non-exercise group receiving microcurrent or sham intervention. The goal is to determine how microcurrent therapy can help counteract age-related muscle decline and improve overall physical function in a sedentary population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are non-regularly trained adults aged 40 to 65 years old.
Not a fit: Patients with musculoskeletal injuries, metabolic conditions, or those currently taking medications or supplements affecting physical performance may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-invasive method to enhance muscle strength and functional capacity in middle-aged adults, potentially preventing sarcopenia.
How similar studies have performed: While microcurrent therapy has shown promise in other populations, this specific combination with resistance exercises in non-trained middle-aged adults is novel and has not been formally researched.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * non-regularly trained male and female adults, aged 40 to 65 years old. Exclusion Criteria: * with no musculoskeletal injuries, metabolic conditions, or diseases or currently taking medications, smoking, and nutritional supplements known to affect physical performance, muscle damage or recovery processes (e.g., creatine, whey protein, and amino acids, vitamin, or mineral supplementation, etc.) within 6 weeks prior to the start of the study.
Where this trial is running
London
- School of Human Sciences, University of Greenwich, Avery Hill Campus, Sparrows Farm — London, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Fernando Naclerio, PhD — University of Greenwich
- Study coordinator: Fernando Naclerio, PhD
- Email: f.j.naclerio@greenwich.ac.uk
- Phone: 020 8331 8441
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.