Effects of Whole-body Electrical Muscle Stimulation Exercise on Spinal Motoneuronal Activation in Older Adults

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Aging Sarcopenia Sarcopenia in Elderly
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
12 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Missouri-Columbia · Other
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About This Trial
During this pilot study, the investigators will examine the effects of whole-body electrical muscle stimulation exercise (WB-EMS Exercise) on motoneuronal activation in healthy adults, which typically decreases with age. The investigators will also test whether WB-EMS Exercise will improve measures of physical function. Participants will undergo clinical and electrophysiologic testing before and a…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age (65 years or older) for healthy older adults and between 18-39 for healthy younger adults * Ambulatory without an assistive device * More than anti-gravity strength in major muscle groups as assessed by manual muscle testing * Medical clearance to participate in an exercis…
Contacts

Kristina Kelly, DPT, MS

5738842596

kristina.kelly@health.missouri.edu

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W. David Arnold, MD

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