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NCT07583940 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record
Low Energy Availability and Hypertension in Division I HBCU Athletes
A clinical trial, sponsored by North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State University.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- 150
- Enrollment target
NCT07583940: Recruiting study, sponsored by North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State University.
NCT07583940 is a clinical trial that is actively recruiting participants, run by North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State University. The registered enrollment target is 150 participants. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT07583940 is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State University.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- 150 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Low energy availability (LEA) occurs when the body does not get enough calories to support both daily life and exercise. This can happen when athletes train hard but do not eat enough to match their energy needs. In both 2012 and 2023, the International Olympic Committee on Sports Nutrition recognized LEA as an important factor that can increase the risk of cardiometabolic disease (CMD), which includes conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. LEA can affect many systems in the body. It may disrupt hormones (such as menstrual cycles), cause changes in blood sugar and cholesterol levels, weaken bones, impair digestion, and negatively impact mental health. Over time, these changes may be linked to chronic inflammation, which plays a key role in the development of disease. Maintaining proper energy balance can be especially challenging for athletes because they often train at levels well above general health recommendations. As a result, even highly fit athletes may unintentionally remain in a calorie deficit. Our recent pilot research found a significant relationship between LEA and high blood pressure in Black Division I collegiate athletes. This is important because this group has historically been understudied and may face a higher risk of serious heart-related events, including sudden cardiac death. Despite assumptions that collegiate athletes are uniformly healthy, there is a need to better understand hidden health risks in this population. Our research aims to improve how we identify and monitor early signs of cardiometabolic disease by examining markers such as inflammation, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels. These insights will help healthcare providers, athletes, and families make more informed decisions about nutrition, training, and long-term health. Ultimately, this work seeks to develop practical, evidence-based strategies to protect athlete health and reduce the risk of serious cardiovascular outcomes.
Primary Outcome
Pulse wave velocity (PWV) will be calculated by dividing the arterial path length by the pulse transit time (PTT) between the brachial and femoral arteries using the Vicorder® AS Testing System (80Beats Medical, Berlin, DE). Using a custom-built caliper, arterial path length will be calculated as 80% of the straight-line distance between the brachial and femoral artery measurement sites. To measure PTT, blood pressure cuffs will be simultaneously inflated to a sub-diastolic pressure over a 10-15
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 150 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-01-06 |
| Est. Completion | 2028-06-30 |
What NCT07583940 shows while recruiting
NCT07583940 is an observational study that tracks outcomes without assigning an intervention. The registered 150 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 0 interventions.
NCT07583940 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07583940 about?
NCT07583940 is a clinical study titled "Low Energy Availability and Hypertension in Division I HBCU Athletes". Low energy availability (LEA) occurs when the body does not get enough calories to support both daily life and exercise. This can happen when athletes train hard but do not eat enough to match their energy needs. In both 2012 and 2023, the International Olympic Committee on Sports Nutrition recogniz...
What is the current status of trial NCT07583940?
This trial is currently recruiting. The enrollment target is 150 participants. The study started on 2026-01-06. Estimated completion is 2028-06-30.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07583940?
This trial is sponsored by North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State University, which has 6 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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