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Official title Pain in Aging Former Athletes, Master's Athletes, and Nonathletes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07502742
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to determine how male and female former athletes experience pain and respond to moderate-intensity exercise (strength versus aerobic) compared with both current master's athletes and nonathletes. The main questions this study aims to address are: 1.
- 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 35 to 65. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- (General):
- Age: 35 years through 65 years
- Current master's athlete, former competitive athletes, or non-athlete control (see details below)
- Ability to participate in exercise and exercise testing based on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+)
You likely can't join if
- (General):
- Currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the study
- Currently taking heart rate lowering medications (e.g., betablockers) that would impact exercise testing
- Contraindications to ice such as Raynaud's, cryoglobulinemia, cold urticaria, and/or impaired circulation or sensation
- Fibromyalgia and/or chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
- Myocardial infarction or pulmonary embolism in the last 12 months, active cancer, a pacemaker, or any additional condition or disease that would...
See the full eligibility criteria
- (General):
- Age: 35 years through 65 years
- Current master's athlete, former competitive athletes, or non-athlete control (see details below)
- Ability to participate in exercise and exercise testing based on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+)
- (General):
- Currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the study
- Currently taking heart rate lowering medications (e.g., betablockers) that would impact exercise testing
- Contraindications to ice such as Raynaud's, cryoglobulinemia, cold urticaria, and/or impaired circulation or sensation
- Fibromyalgia and/or chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
- Myocardial infarction or pulmonary embolism in the last 12 months, active cancer, a pacemaker, or any additional condition or disease that would preclude the individual from being able to perform the tests safely...
- Former Competitive Athlete: Prior participation in competitive sports at the Tier 3 level or above as per McKay et al. (2022): i.e., "national-level representatives who are performing structured and/or periodized...
- Master's Athlete: Currently (within the past year) participating in sports at the Tier 2 level or above (i.e., committed to sports-specific training at least 3 times per week with the intent to compete)(McKay et al...
- Nonathlete Control: No prior participation in sport at the Tier 3 (Highly Trained/National) Level or above and not currently participating in any competitive sports (i.e., Tier 2 or above) (McKay et al., 2022) for at...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
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 all sexes, 35 years to 65 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.