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New treatment option for Sickle Cell Anemia
Official title Pressure Pain Tolerance in Relation to Balance and Strength in Children
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06529874
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Sickle cell disease (SCD) is the most frequent life-threatening genetic hemoglobinopathy in the world and occurs due to the synthesis of abnormal hemoglobin S (HbS).Cells with sickle cell hemoglobin are stiff and sticky. When they lose their oxygen, they form into the shape of a sickle or crescent.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 9 to 14. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age range range was 9-14 years old.
- Could follow given instructions.
- Children with Sickle cell anemia were medically stable, and take their medications regularly.
- Children with Sickle cell anemia had experience of chronic pain that lasts more than 6 months.
- All children with Sickle cell anemia have average weight, height, and body mass index based on their age percentiles.
You likely can't join if
- Defined cardiovascular or respiratory disorders.
- Renal failure.
- Myocardial infarction, mainly within last month.
- Unstable angina.
- Recent thoracoabdominal surgery.
- Thoracic or abdominal aneurysm or current pneumothorax.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age range range was 9-14 years old.
- Could follow given instructions.
- Children with Sickle cell anemia were medically stable, and take their medications regularly.
- Children with Sickle cell anemia had experience of chronic pain that lasts more than 6 months.
- All children with Sickle cell anemia have average weight, height, and body mass index based on their age percentiles.
- All normal healthy children did not participating in regular sport activities, particularly including lower limb strengthening.
- Defined cardiovascular or respiratory disorders.
- Renal failure.
- Myocardial infarction, mainly within last month.
- Unstable angina.
- Recent thoracoabdominal surgery.
- Thoracic or abdominal aneurysm or current pneumothorax.
- Painful vaso-occlusive crises.
- Muscular contractures, Joints' stiffness, or deformities.
- Neuromuscular problems i.e., myositis or peripheral neuropathy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Giza, Egypt
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, 9 years to 14 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Giza, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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