Dr. Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D.
Claim this profileBrigham Young University
Studies Muscular Atrophy
Studies Massage Therapy
2 reported clinical trials
6 drugs studied
Affiliated Hospitals
Clinical Trials Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. is currently running
Percussive Massage
for Muscular Atrophy
The primary aims of this study are to determine the effect of percussive massage (30 min/session, 2 sessions/day, daily) during 10 days of unilateral limb immobilization on preserving muscle, vascular, and mitochondrial function. The following hypotheses will be tested: Hypothesis 1: Percussive massage will attenuate the loss of size, strength and endurance over the immobilization period compared to the control group, as measured by MRI, maximal isometric and isokinetic force production and muscle endurance test using Biodex dynamometry. Hypothesis 2: Percussive massage will attenuate the loss of vascular function and blood flow compared to the control group as measured by passive leg movement and femoral artery blood flow. Hypothesis 3: Percussive massage will attenuate the loss of skeletal muscle mitochondrial function and decrease H2O2 production during immobilization compared to the control group, as measured by high-resolution respirometry.
Recruiting0 awards N/A3 criteria
Heat Therapy and High-Intensity Training
for Exercise Intolerance
Exercise tolerance decreases with age and a sedentary lifestyle. Muscle critical power (CP), is a sensitive measure of exercise tolerance that is more even more relevant to and predictive of endurance performance than VO2max. While recent evidence indicates that CP and muscle function decrease with aging, the cause of this decrease in CP and the best way to mitigate the decrease in CP are unknown. This study will: 1. Measure knee extensor CP in young and old individuals and determine the extent to which changes in muscle oxygen delivery (e.g. resistance artery function, maximum exercise blood flow), muscle mass and composition (e.g. whole-muscle size, muscle fiber cross-sectional area) and mitochondrial oxygen consumption (e.g. maximal coupled respiration of permeabilized fibers biopsied from the knee extensors) contribute to the decrease in CP with age. 2. Examine the effectiveness of two different therapies (1. High Intensity Interval Training, HIIT and 2. Muscle Heat Therapy) at improving muscle function and critical power in young and older adults. 3. Examine the impact of muscle disuse (2 weeks of leg immobilization), a potential contributor to the decrease in muscle function with aging, on muscle function and critical power and determine if heat therapy is an effective means of minimizing the impact of disuse on muscle function and critical power.
Recruiting0 awards N/A3 criteria
More about Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D.
Clinical Trial Related1 year of experience running clinical trials · Led 2 trials as a Principal Investigator · 2 Active Clinical TrialsTreatments Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. has experience with
- Leg Immobilization
- Percussive Massage
- High Intensity Interval Training Of The Knee Extensors
- Muscle Disuse
- Muscle Heat Therapy
- Sham Heat Therapy
Breakdown of trials Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. has run
Muscular Atrophy
Massage Therapy
High Intensity Interval Training
Exercise Intolerance
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need insurance to participate in a trial?
Almost all clinical trials will cover the cost of the ‘trial drug’ — so no insurance is required for this. For trials where this trial drug is given alongside an already-approved medication, there may be a cost (which your insurance would normally cover).
What does Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. specialize in?
Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. focuses on Muscular Atrophy and Massage Therapy. In particular, much of their work with Muscular Atrophy has involved treating patients, or patients who are undergoing treatment.
Is Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. is currently recruiting for 2 clinical trials in Provo Utah. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. has studied deeply?
Yes, Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. has studied treatments such as Leg Immobilization, Percussive Massage, High Intensity Interval Training of the Knee Extensors.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D.?
Apply for one of the trials that Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. is conducting.
What is the office address of Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D.?
The office of Robert Hyldahl, Ph.D. is located at: Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah 84602 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Brigham Young University.
Is there any support for travel costs?
The coverage of travel expenses can vary greatly between different clinical trials. Please see more financial detail in the trials you’re interested to apply.