Clinical trial for Post-COVID Conditions
Official title Modifying Adiposity Through Behavioral Strategies to Improve COVID-19 Rehabilitation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05880108
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a weight loss plan helps the body heal after COVID. It also looks at how body fat affects health and recovery.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are an older veteran with obesity and long-term COVID symptoms.
- What's involved
- You would follow a plan to change your diet and exercise. The team will check your health and take tissue samples to see how your body changes.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts for a set time with regular visits to the clinic for checks and tests.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages up to 80. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- U.S. Veteran
- Self-reported COVID-19 naïve or COVID-19 \> 90 days ago for lean and obese PCC naïve or documented COVID-19 for the lean and obese PCC groups (At...
- Body Mass Index: 19-25 or 30-50 kg/m2
You likely can't join if
- Neurologic, musculoskeletal, or other condition that limits subject's ability to complete study physical assessments
- Active inflammatory, COVID-19, autoimmune, infectious, hepatic (LFTs \> 2.5 x WNL), renal (eGFR\<45), gastrointestinal, malignant, and psychiatric...
- Uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c \>10% or the current use of insulin)
- Weight change within the past month of \>5 kg
- Self-reported alcohol or drug abuse
- Anti-coagulant medication usage
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- San Antonio, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, up to 80 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Baltimore, Maryland, United States; San Antonio, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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