Effects of Low-level Laser Therapy on Global Gene Expression of Young Males Submitted to Physical Strength Training
Not Applicable
Completed
- Conditions
- Healthy
- Registration Number
- NCT01784432
- Lead Sponsor
- Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos
- Brief Summary
Muscle performance is largely influenced by modulations in gene expressions of muscle tissue. In this context, low-level laser therapy has been used to improve muscle performance in experimental models and human researches. Thereby, the investigators examined modulations on global gene expression of muscle tissue influenced by exercise associated to low-level laser therapy.
- Detailed Description
This study assessed muscle performance in isokinetic dynamometry and leg press device; global gene expression of muscle tissue by microarray analysis
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- Male
- Target Recruitment
- 30
Inclusion Criteria
- healthy males aged between 18 and 28 years;
- body mass index (BMI) equal to or less than 26 kg/m2;
- moderated pattern of physical activity
Exclusion Criteria
- previous injury to the femoral quadriceps or hamstring muscles (within 6 months prior to study),
- osseous or articular disorder in the lower limbs,
- cardiovascular system disorders,
- systemic disease, and
- taking prescription medicines or using dietary supplements such as muscle mass builders
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- FACTORIAL
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Global gene expression by microarray analysis 12 weeks
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Muscle performance in leg press device 12 weeks Muscle performance in isokinetic dynamometer 12 weeks
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Federal University of São Carlos
🇧🇷São Carlos, São Paulo, Brazil
Federal University of São Carlos🇧🇷São Carlos, São Paulo, Brazil