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New treatment option for Knee Osteoarthritis
Official title Diet Interventions: Remitted and Evaluated as Complementary Treatments for Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05785884
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is the most prevalent form of arthritis, a significant cause of disability in the U.S. With an aging population and the rise in obesity rates, the prevalence of knee OA is expected to climb, significantly reducing quality of life (QOL) for those suffering from this debilitating condition.
- 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 40 to 75
You may be able to join if
- diagnosis of knee OA
- pain in at least 4/7 days/week for the past 3 months (pain of ≥3/10 on 0-10 scale)
- age between 40-75
- average daily consumption of \>100 g carbohydrates (based on Phase 1 food checklist)
- understanding of verbal and written English
You likely can't join if
- unmedicated diabetes
- unwillingness to follow prescribed diets
- recent weight change (\>4 kg in past month)
- currently on a diet
- history of eating disorders or other psychiatric disorders requiring hospitalization within the past 6 months
- digestive diseases
See the full eligibility criteria
- diagnosis of knee OA
- pain in at least 4/7 days/week for the past 3 months (pain of ≥3/10 on 0-10 scale)
- age between 40-75
- average daily consumption of \>100 g carbohydrates (based on Phase 1 food checklist)
- understanding of verbal and written English
- self-identification as either NHB or NHW
- BMI between 25 and 40 kg/m2
- unmedicated diabetes
- unwillingness to follow prescribed diets
- recent weight change (\>4 kg in past month)
- currently on a diet
- history of eating disorders or other psychiatric disorders requiring hospitalization within the past 6 months
- digestive diseases
- difficulty chewing or swallowing
- reliance on others for meal preparation
- cardiovascular or pulmonary disease
- daily opioid pain medications
- use of medications known to alter metabolism or digestion (e.g., proton-pump inhibitors)
- use of anti-hypertensive medications that affect glucose tolerance
- use of tobacco
- participation in extreme exercise
- knee replacement
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Birmingham, Alabama, 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 - 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, 40 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Birmingham, Alabama, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.