REST: The role of type 2 diabetes on skeletal muscle atrophy and recovery following bed rest in older adults



Study Purpose: To better understand the role of Type 2 Diabetes on skeletal muscle atrophy and recovery following bed rest.

Study Duration: 14 weeks

Study Commitment:
2 Screening Visits
5 Pre-Bedrest Visits
10 Consecutive Days of Bedrest
8 Weeks of Outpatient Exercise Recovery

Age: 60-80 years old

Sex: Male & Female

Conditions/Eligibility: We are seeking healthy participants and type 2 diabetics.

Study Procedures:
Physical exam, vital signs, height/weight/BMI
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Lab specimen collection (blood and urine)
DEXA and MRI
Exercise testing (Questionnaires, Hand grip Strength, VO2 Max)
Tissue sampling (muscle)

Compensation: $10,000

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