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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
- The research in this VA Merit will examine the effects of obesity and Post-COVID Conditions (PCC) on physical functioning, health-related quality of life, and adipose tissue inflammatory and cellular senescence profiles in older Veterans. Further, it will evaluate whether a weight loss intervention, including dietary modification and exercise, in obese Veterans with and without PCC will reduce systemic and adipose tissue inflammation and senescence and promote PCC recovery.
- 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's taking place
- 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 - 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?
Study sites include Baltimore, Maryland, United States; San Antonio, Texas, 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.