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Official title The Gut-Brain Axis During Neurorehabilitation; Prebiotic Treatment to Alter the Gut Microbiome and Neurologic Symptoms
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06607523
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of this study is to characterize the microbiome of patients undergoing post-acute residential neurorehabilitation compared to community controls and to determine if a dietary fiber, Inulin, can create a shift in the microbiome leading to changes in fatigue and cognition.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Brain Injury Patients Inclusion
- Ages 18 and above
- Admitted to Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute for care
- Less than 6 months post-injury
- English speaking
See the full eligibility criteria
- Brain Injury Patients Inclusion
- Ages 18 and above
- Admitted to Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute for care
- Less than 6 months post-injury
- English speaking
- Must be able to eat and drink by mouth
- Willing and able to comply with study procedures
- Willing and able to provide consent (with LAR if needed) Exclusion
- Significant heart, liver, kidney, blood or respiratory disease
- HIV, Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C
- Pregnancy or becoming pregnant during the study
- History of inflammatory bowel disease
- History of celiac disease
- Active diverticular disease
- Known allergy to study agent
- Any medical condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, would place the subject at increased risk for participation Community Control people Inclusion
- Ages 18 and above
- Have a family member who is admitted to Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute for care OR is working at Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute
- English speaking
- Willing and able to comply with study procedures
- Willing and able to provide consent
- FACs score ≤ 50 Exclusion
- Trauma to head in last 6 months
- Stroke in last 6 months
- Significant heart, liver, kidney, blood or respiratory disease
- HIV, Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C
- Pregnancy or becoming pregnant during the study
- History of inflammatory bowel disease
- History of celiac disease
- Active diverticular disease
- Any medical condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, would place the subject at increased risk for participation
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Galveston, Texas, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Galveston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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