BridgeMD
Compares treatment options for Obesity, Childhood
Official title Effects of Auricular Acupressure Versus Intermittent Dietary Restriction in Children With Gastric Heat and Dampness Obstruction
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05847478
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is a three-month randomized controlled trial to investigate the effects of auricular acupressure versus Intermittent carbohydrate restriction on cardiometabolic risk in obese children with gastric heat and dampness obstruction.
- 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 6 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Have at least one of the following cardiometabolic risk factors: overweight or obesity, prediabetes, dyslipidemia or elevated blood pressure.
- Traditional Chinese medical syndrome type is gastric heat and dampness obstruction syndrome.
You likely can't join if
- Diagnosis of obesity associated with genetic or endocrine diseases, including hypercortisolism, polycystic ovary syndrome, primary hypothyroidism and...
- Participating in other clinical trials or have participated in other clinical trials in recent 3 months.
- Diagnosis of organic diseases, including heart, liver, kidney and brain or infectious diseases and mental diseases.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Shanghai, China
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, 6 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Shanghai, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
Explore other conditions
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.