Clinical trial for Obesity and Obesity-related Medical Conditions
Official title UTSW NORC Pilot Spinal Cord Injury Dietary Program
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06924177
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out if a specific diet plan reduces body fat and helps the body use insulin better in people with spinal cord injuries.
- Who it's for
- This study is looking for adults with a chronic spinal cord injury who also have obesity or related health conditions.
- What's involved
- Participants will have 9 weeks of online visits with a dietitian and visit a lab for tests before, during, and after the program. They will also share their experiences with the diet plan.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts 9 weeks and requires lab visits at the start, middle, and end, plus regular online check-ins.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- age 18-65 years old
- have had SCI for more than one year
- not independently ambulatory
- primarily uses a wheelchair for mobility
- community-dwelling
You likely can't join if
- uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus
- pregnancy
- active systemic disease, e.g., heart disease, real failure/insufficiency, multiple myeloma, lupus with nephropathy, sickle cell disease, symptomatic...
See the full eligibility criteria
- age 18-65 years old
- have had SCI for more than one year
- not independently ambulatory
- primarily uses a wheelchair for mobility
- community-dwelling
- without comorbidities listed in the
- uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus
- pregnancy
- active systemic disease, e.g., heart disease, real failure/insufficiency, multiple myeloma, lupus with nephropathy, sickle cell disease, symptomatic myasthenia gravis, poorly controlled hypo- or hyperthyroidism.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Dallas, 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, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Dallas, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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