UTMB muscle research study – volunteers needed

2240 gulf freeway south, League City TX

Description

University of Texas medical branch at Galveston or League City – skeletal muscle study volunteers needed 50-65 YEAR OLD VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MUSCLE RECOVERY RESEARCH • The purpose of the muscle recovery research study is to examine changes in the structure and function of skeletal muscle during periods of disuse and rehabilitation in middle-aged participants. • Phase 1 requires wearing a leg sling and using crutches for 1 week. • Phase 2 requires 1 week of supervised rehabilitation. We are looking for volunteers who are: • Males and females 50-65 years of age • Generally healthy • Can attend multiple weekday study visits at the UTMB Galveston campus over a 4-5 week period. *VOLUNTEERS WILL BE COMPENSATED FOR THEIR PARTICIPATION*