Examining blood flow changes during foot heating

Regional Blood Flow During Peripheral Heating

NA · San Diego State University · NCT06192992

This study tests how warming up your feet affects blood flow in your legs and arms to help understand circulation better.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorSan Diego State University (other)
Locations1 site (San Diego, California)
Trial IDNCT06192992 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates how blood flow in the popliteal, brachial, and carotid arteries is affected by heating the feet. Participants will undergo peripheral heating of both feet, with some receiving a sham treatment for comparison. The goal is to understand the physiological responses in blood circulation during this intervention. The study aims to gather data that could inform future treatments for conditions related to blood flow.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy adults aged 18 to 65.

Not a fit: Patients with open wounds on their feet or legs will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of blood flow dynamics, potentially leading to improved treatments for circulatory issues.

How similar studies have performed: There is limited information on similar studies, making this approach relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* between 18 and 65 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* open wounds on feet or legs

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.

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Conditions: Blood Flow

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.