A Study of Motor Unit Recruitment During Isometric Contractions in Human Muscles

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to investigate motor unit recruitment during isometric contractions in human muscles.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

Control group
- 21 to 40 years of age
- Good neuromuscular health
Elderly group
- 40 to 80 years of age
- Good neuromuscular health

Exclusion Criteria

History of central or peripheral neuropathy, myopathy, or musculoskeletal pathology
Current use of medications that affect muscle strength (e.g. corticosteroids, statins)
History of surgery of the right upper or lower extremities
Bleeding disorders
Current use of blood-thinning medications

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Kenton Kaufman, Ph.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Kenton Kaufman, Ph.D.

Closed for enrollment

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