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Official title Effects of Resistance-band Training and Creatine Supplementation Strategies in Healthy Older Adults
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06606704
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The primary purpose is to compare the effects of creatine supplementation (bolus ingestion of 5 grams vs. 3 grams) during 16 weeks of resistance-band training on measures of body composition (i.e., whole-body lean tissue mass, total body water), arm and leg muscle thickness (growth), muscle performance (i.e., power, strength, endurance) and functional ability (i.e., walking speed, balance).
- Time commitment: about 16 weeks
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 50 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- if you are 50 years of age and older
- if you have not been performing more than 1 resistance training session per week for the past 6 weeks or more.
You likely can't join if
- if you have taken creatine supplements within 30 days prior to the start of the study
- if you have pre-existing allergies to the placebo (corn-starch maltodextrin).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 16 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 50 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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