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New treatment option for Obesity, Abdominal
Official title Circadian Rhythms in Human Adipose
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06891534
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this study is to understand the underlying circadian rhythms in subcutaneous adipose tissue of humans with our without continuous feeding and how these are altered in people who have obesity.
- 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 55. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- BMI 20-25 kg/m2 or 30-37 kg/m2
- For participants with obesity a waist-to-hip ratio of ≥0.95 in males and ≥0.90 in females.
- sedentary
- females: non pregnant or breastfeeding
- ability to provide written informed consent and follow study instructions
You likely can't join if
- History of mediations that impact adipocyte/lipid metabolism
- smoking
- insomnia
- sleep apnea
- sleep medication use
- employment in night or shift work
See the full eligibility criteria
- BMI 20-25 kg/m2 or 30-37 kg/m2
- For participants with obesity a waist-to-hip ratio of ≥0.95 in males and ≥0.90 in females.
- sedentary
- females: non pregnant or breastfeeding
- ability to provide written informed consent and follow study instructions
- History of mediations that impact adipocyte/lipid metabolism
- smoking
- insomnia
- sleep apnea
- sleep medication use
- employment in night or shift work
- extreme chronotypes
- Allergy to lidocaine
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Rochester, Minnesota, 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 to 55 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Rochester, Minnesota, 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.