Dietary intervention to reduce inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis
Anti-Inflammatory Dietary Intervention for Rheumatoid Arthritis
NA · Attune Health Research, Inc. · NCT05291299
This study is testing whether changing what people with rheumatoid arthritis eat can help reduce their symptoms and the need for medication.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Attune Health Research, Inc. (industry) |
| Locations | 1 site (Beverly Hills, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT05291299 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an anti-inflammatory dietary intervention in reducing disease activity in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Participants will be randomly assigned to either the dietary intervention group or a control group, with their disease activity monitored through various assessments, including the Disease Activity Score (DAS-28). The study will involve five on-site visits where participants will undergo medical evaluations, nutrition education, and follow-up consultations. The goal is to determine if dietary changes can lead to significant improvements in RA symptoms and medication usage.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old diagnosed with either seropositive or seronegative rheumatoid arthritis who exhibit low, moderate, or high disease activity.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old or those with a history of eating disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could provide a non-pharmacological approach to managing rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and improving patients' quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with dietary interventions in managing inflammatory conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age greater than 18 years. * Diagnosed RA by a rheumatologist determined by the 2010 ACR/EULAR Classification Criteria. * Low, moderate, or highly active disease state based on clinical assessment where the investigator feels there is potential to see a difference. * Able to read and write in English. Exclusion Criteria: * Younger than 18 years. * Unable to attend the 8 weekly nutrition appointment. * History of documented eating disorders.
Where this trial is running
Beverly Hills, California
- Attune Health Research Inc — Beverly Hills, California, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Natalie Fortune, MS
- Email: research.admin@attunehealth.com
- Phone: 3106520010
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.
Conditions: Rheumatoid Arthritis