🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-04-03

Neuromodulation and Fatigue (NCT05487131)

Neuromodulation and Its Effects on Muscle Activity and Fatigue

🟢 Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic 🧠 Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: University of Oklahoma

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

In this project, we aim to determine any potential effects of a weak electrical current applied to the neck or thoracic area on functional capacity and muscle activation. Healthy individuals will participate in one familiarization followed by up to 6 experimental sessions. Fatigability and motor function will be assessed in each test session.

Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (1 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (1 items).

Location: University of Oklahoma — Norman, Oklahoma

Age range: 18 Years to 50 Years

🧪 Interventions in This Study

  • electrical stimulation (BEHAVIORAL)

📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Check every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).

Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:

  • Exclusion Criteria: Metal implants or joint replacement. Presence of neuromuscular disease. Skin hypersensitivity.

🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.

📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Oklahoma — Norman, Oklahoma

📞 Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (405) 325-2773

Email: hugomax@ou.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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💡 How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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