Assessing a new compression garment for reducing cellulite in women
Longitudinal Trial Assessing Cellulite in Women Wearing a New Compression Garment - One Side With Ink Printed Micro-pads ("Vari-pads") and One Side Without.
This study tests if a special compression garment with micro-dots can help women reduce the appearance of cellulite better than a regular compression garment.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | The Whiteley Clinic Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Guildford) |
| Trial ID | NCT05959681 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This trial investigates the effectiveness of a compression garment designed to reduce the appearance of cellulite in women. Participants will wear the garment for at least 8 hours daily, with one side featuring active micro-dots (Vari-pads) and the other side without. The study aims to determine if the Vari-pads enhance the garment's effectiveness compared to standard compression alone. Participants will be monitored for changes in cellulite appearance over a period of 6 months, with assessments at 3 and 6 months.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are biological females over 18 years old with discernible cellulite on their buttocks and/or upper thighs.
Not a fit: Patients without noticeable cellulite or those undergoing other treatments for cellulite may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-invasive method for women to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
How similar studies have performed: Previous trials have suggested that similar compression garments can reduce the appearance of cellulite, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Biological females, over the age of 18 years old, who are able to walk normally and who have cellulite on their buttocks and/or upper thighs. Due to having to produce special garments for this trial where only half of the garment has the Vari-pads, there will be for following restrictions: Total number = 60. Volunteers will be asked their sizes (Small, Medium, Large and Extra large) and will only be invited to attend if there are available places in that category. Sizes: * Small = 10 * Medium = 20 * Large = 20 * Extra large = 10 Exclusion Criteria: * Women under 18 years of age. * Women who are pregnant or who intend to get pregnant in the next 6 months. * Women with no discernible cellulite on initial examination. * Women undergoing any other treatment which aims to reduce the appearance of cellulite. * Women who are unable to complete at least 3 months of this trial.
Where this trial is running
Guildford
- The Whiteley Clinic — Guildford, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mark S Whiteley, MS FRCS MBBS
- Email: mark@thewhiteleyclinic.co.uk
- Phone: 03300581850
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.