PD2i Analysis of Heart Rate Variability in Competitive Sports

Sponsored by University of Mississippi Medical Center

About this trial

Last updated 14 years ago

Study ID

2010-0158

Status

Completed

Type

Observational

Placebo

Accepting

18 to 40 Years

All Sexes

Trial Timing

Ended 15 years ago

What is this trial about?

This is a double blind observational analysis of changes in heart rate variability using PD2i analyser in competitive athletes during strenuous exercise and competition.

What are the participation requirements?

Inclusion Criteria

* Age >18 years, as determined by birth date given on participation form.

* Actively involved in competitive athletics

* Able to give informed consent

Exclusion Criteria

* Any known prior autonomic dysfunction

* History of seizures or taking anti-seizure medication

* Known learning disability or attention deficit disorder

* Chronic heart conditions such as arrhythmias or valvular disease

* History of diabetes mellitus

* Taking any prescription stimulants such as Ritalin, Focalin, etc.

* Use of any performance-enhancing drugs

* Any deviation from normal found on the pre-participation physical exam such as the presence of a murmur or hypertension.