N/A Completed N=80 Randomized Triple-blind Treatment

Effect of Whey Protein Supplementation and Resistance Exercise on Muscle Parameters in Older Adults

Mobility Limitation

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT00635739 ↗

Enrolled (actual)

Serious AEs

11.3%

Results posted

Mar 2019

Primary outcomePrimary: 1 Repetition Maximum Muscle Strength 1-RM (N) Double Leg Press — 1223; 1256; 1483; 1465 N

Summary

This research study is looking at the effects of a whey protein nutritional supplement on changes in muscle mass, strength and physical function in response to a 6 month program of strength training exercise.

Outcome Measures

Outcome	Result	p-value
PRIMARY 1 Repetition Maximum Muscle Strength 1-RM (N) Double Leg Press	1223; 1256; 1483; 1465	—
SECONDARY Lean Mass	46.7; 46.4; 47.3; 46.7	—

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

Male and Females 70-85 yrs
Community dwelling
Short Physical Performance Battery score 150/90 mm Hg).
Neuromuscular diseases and drugs which affect neuromuscular function.
Hormone replacement therapy
eGFR <30 mL/min/1.73m2
Types I and II Diabetes Mellitus
Dietary protein intake < 0.8 g.kg-1.day-1
Disorders of nutrient absorption
Milk, or whey allergy
Sulfa drugs and allergy to PABA-containing sunscreens

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