Physiologic Effects of PRMS & Testosterone in the Debilitated Elderly
Information source: Department of Veterans Affairs
Information obtained from ClinicalTrials.gov on May 08, 2007
Link to the current ClinicalTrials.gov record.
Condition(s) targeted: Muscle Weakness; Muscular Atrophy
Intervention: exercise (Procedure); testosterone (Drug)
Phase: Phase 4
Status: Completed
Sponsored by: Department of Veterans Affairs
Summary
This study's primary objective is to determine the independent and combined effects of progressive resistance muscle strength training and testosterone on the development of sustainable improvements in physical function.
Clinical Details
Official title:
Physiologic Effects of PRMS & Testosterone in the Debilitated Elderly
Study design: Interventional, Treatment
Eligibility
Minimum age: 65 Years.
Gender(s): Male.
Criteria:
The study will be limited to those patients who are metabolically stable and free of metastatic cancer and limiting end organ disease. Their total serum testosterone must be less than 480 and PSA less than 10.
Locations and Contacts
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114, United States
Additional Information
Starting date:
January 1999
Ending date: December 2003
Last updated: June 23, 2005
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