Status:
COMPLETED
A Comparison of the Effects of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation and Intermittent Pneumatic Compression on Blood Flow in the Lower Limb
Lead Sponsor:
National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
Collaborating Sponsors:
Irish Research Council
Galway Clinic
Conditions:
Venous Thrombosis
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-65 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a life threatening condition and a serious concern among hospitalized patients, with death occurring in approximately 6% of cases. It involves the formation of a clot whe...
Detailed Description
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a life threatening condition and a serious concern among hospitalized patients, with death occurring in approximately 6% of cases. It involves the formation of a clot whe...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Free from any known illness
- Between 18 and 40 years of age
- Between 55 and 65 years of age
Exclusion
- History of heart/respiratory problems
- Pregnancy
- Presence of implants, including cardiac pacemakers and orthopaedic implants
- History of neurological disorder
- History of severe arterial disease or known dermatological problems
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 1 2014
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
April 1 2014
Estimated Enrollment :
30 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01894997
Start Date
January 1 2014
End Date
April 1 2014
Last Update
September 3 2014
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National University of Ireland, Galway
Galway, Ireland