Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 16 and up

Impact of dietary and nutritional intervention on post-concussive symptoms

Official title: Evaluation of the Impact of a Dietary and Nutritional Intervention on the Physical, Cognitive, Behavioural and Emotional Symptoms of Patients With Persistent Post-concussive Symptoms

Run by Universite de Moncton · NCT05589064 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether changes in diet and nutrition can help people with ongoing concussion symptoms feel better compared to those getting just supplements or physiotherapy.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages16 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment120 (estimated)
SponsorUniversite de Moncton
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Moncton, New Brunswick)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 1, 2022
Main results expectedJune 2025
Study endsJune 2025
Registry record updatedDecember 13, 2024
Trial IDNCT05589064 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are individuals aged 16 and older who have experienced persistent post-concussive symptoms for at least 2 weeks but no longer than 6 months.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 16 years old, those with neurological disorders, or individuals in the acute phase of inflammatory bowel disease may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This randomized controlled trial evaluates how dietary and nutritional interventions can affect the recovery of patients experiencing persistent post-concussive symptoms. Participants will be divided into three groups: one receiving dietary treatments and nutritional supplements, another receiving only nutritional supplements, and a control group receiving physiotherapy treatments. The study aims to assess changes in physical, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional symptoms over time. Conducted in New Brunswick, Canada, this trial seeks to explore a novel approach to concussion management through nutrition.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could provide a new, effective strategy for alleviating persistent post-concussive symptoms in patients.

How similar studies have gone: While some studies have explored nutritional supplements for brain injury recovery, this specific approach to dietary intervention for persistent post-concussive symptoms is novel and has not been previously tested.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* 16 years or older
* Must be able to understand English or French
* Have persistent post-concussive symptoms lasting at least 2 weeks but no longer than 6 months

Exclusion Criteria:

* \<16 years old
* People who are breastfeeding, pregnant or plan to become pregnant in the next 2 months
* People with neurological disorders (other than concussion) or a history of moderate or severe brain injury
* People in an acute phase of an inflammatory bowel disease
* Any physical condition prohibiting a patient from receiving physiotherapy treatments

Where it's running

  • Universite de Moncton
    Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Stephanie Ward Chiasson, PhD, RD — Universite de Moncton
  • Study coordinator: Stephanie Ward Chiasson, PhD, RD
  • Email: stephanie.ward@umoncton.ca
  • Phone: 506-858-4000

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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