Status:
COMPLETED
The Effects of High Dose Fish Oil Supplementation on Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness and Inflammatory Markers
Lead Sponsor:
Western Michigan University
Collaborating Sponsors:
GlaxoSmithKline
Conditions:
Muscle Damage
Muscle Inflammation
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-30 years
Phase:
PHASE2
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of fish oil supplementation (Lovaza, GlaxoSmithKline) on muscle strength, muscle soreness and inflammation following exercise.
Detailed Description
When a person exercises at a high intensity or starts a new exercise program, muscle soreness will develop. Muscle soreness that peaks between 24-72 hours after exercise and diminishes in 5-7 days is ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Healthy, free of disease
- Must be able to swallow capsules
- Free of orthopedic or muscular injuries
- Recreationally active
- Prior consumption of fish and corn with no adverse reactions
Exclusion
- Use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) or topical analgesics during study enrollment
- Pregnant or nursing
- Food allergy to fish or any components of the pills which includes alpha tocopherol, partially hydrogenated vegetable oils including soybean oils and gelatin and glycerol or wheat germ oil
- Competitive athlete or physically active more than 10 hours per week
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 1 2009
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
February 1 2010
Estimated Enrollment :
20 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00805870
Start Date
March 1 2009
End Date
February 1 2010
Last Update
September 5 2012
Active Locations (1)
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Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 49008