Unknown Not Applicable NCT02604927
Study Description
Paralympians competing in wheelchair sports may experience a very high glycolytic demand (and therefore acidotic environment) in their upper-body muscles, particularly in high-intensity disciplines. Previous studies from our group have shown that upper-body exercise is very sensitive to the ergogenic effects of β-alanine supplementation and to other nutritional supplements capable of increasing buffering capacity. In line with this, have shown that upper-body muscle groups benefit more from artificially induced alkalosis than lower-body muscle groups. Although β-alanine appears to be an interesting and potential ergogenic supplement for paralympians, no study to date has assessed its potential in wheelchair athletes.In this study, we will evaluate the effects of β-alanine supplementation on upper-body performance in wheelchair athletes.
Study Details
- Registry ID:
- NCT02604927
- Conditions:
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Phase:
- Not Applicable
- Target Enrollment:
- 20 participants
- Start Date:
- Healthy Volunteers:
- No
Study Locations (1 site)
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School of Physical Education and Sports, University of Sao Paulo
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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