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Compares treatment options for Muscle Soreness
Official title Cold Vs Warm Water Immersion for DOMS Recovery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06804564
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study investigates the effectiveness of physical strategies in addressing Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) in physically active individuals. DOMS, a common phenomenon following intense or novel physical activity, is characterized by pain, inflammation, and functional impairments such as reduced range of motion, muscle strength, and endurance.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 25, men only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Healthy males aged 18-25 years
- BMI between 18.5 and 30 kg/m²
- Experiencing muscle pain (VAS scale) \> 5 for muscle soreness within 12 to 30 hours post-exercise
- Engage in moderate physical activity 2-5 hours/week, according to the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF).
- They must voluntarily sign a written informed consent approved by an ethics/bioethics committee after sufficient explanation prior to participating...
You likely can't join if
- Inflammatory diseases within the past 6 months
- Neurological disorders that affect muscle strength
- Ongoing use of steroids, analgesics, muscle relaxants, or other medications deemed inappropriate by the researchers, including antispasmodics...
- Unstable medical condition such as cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, gastrointestinal disease, hepatobiliary disease, metabolic disease...
- Participants who have abused alcohol or drugs in the past year, do not wish to follow the study guidelines, or are deemed inappropriate for the study...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Biała Podlaska, Lublin Voivodeship, Poland
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 listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling male, 18 years to 25 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Biała Podlaska, Lublin Voivodeship, Poland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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