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Official title Impact of a High-fiber Diet on the Microbiome and Disease Activity in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06492200
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if increasing dietary fiber can improve the gut microbiome and reduce disease activity in adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The main questions it aims to answer are: Can a higher fiber diet improve gut bacteria and produce beneficial short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs)?
- 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 18 to 99
You may be able to join if
- Patients over 18 years old
- Diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis according to the ACR criteria of 2010
- The patient can understand the scope of the study and consents in writing to participate.
You likely can't join if
- Age under 18
- Lack of consent capability
- Insufficient knowledge of the German language
- Chronic inflammatory bowel disease
- Liver cirrhosis
- History of mechanical ileus
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients over 18 years old
- Diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis according to the ACR criteria of 2010
- The patient can understand the scope of the study and consents in writing to participate.
- Age under 18
- Lack of consent capability
- Insufficient knowledge of the German language
- Chronic inflammatory bowel disease
- Liver cirrhosis
- History of mechanical ileus
- Patients with altered gastrointestinal passage (e.g., stoma patients)
- Use of antibiotics within the past three months
- Use of ground psyllium husks four weeks prior to study inclusion
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Würzburg, Germany
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, 18 years to 99 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Würzburg, Germany. 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.