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Dietary Changes for Psoriatic Arthritis (DIPSA Trial)
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Led By Lihi Eder, MD, PhD
Research Sponsored by University of Pennsylvania
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Required Rheumatologist-confirmed diagnosis of PsA fulfilling Classification of Psoriatic Arthritis Criteria (CASPAR)
Age 18-80
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up varying times: (at baseline) 0, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24 weeks
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DIPSA Trial Summary
This trial will test whether a change in diet can help people with psoriatic arthritis.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults aged 18-80 with a BMI between 25 and 40, diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis by a rheumatologist. Participants must have been on stable PsA treatment for at least three months, own a smartphone or be willing to use one provided, and are open to changing their diet for the study duration. Exclusions include eating disorders, certain medical conditions like insulin-dependent diabetes or advanced cancer, food allergies related to the study diets, inability to consent or read/write in English.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing two different diets' effects on psoriatic arthritis over a period of 24 weeks. Patients will be assigned one of these diets and will need to adhere strictly while attending regular follow-up visits. The goal is to see if dietary changes can improve symptoms associated with PsA.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves dietary interventions rather than medication, side effects may include changes in weight or digestive discomfort as participants adjust to new eating habits. Specific side effects will depend on individual health conditions and the nature of diet changes.
DIPSA Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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My Psoriatic Arthritis diagnosis is confirmed by a rheumatologist.
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I am between 18 and 80 years old.
DIPSA Trial Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ varying times: (at baseline) 0, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24 weeks
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~varying times: (at baseline) 0, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24 weeks
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Secondary outcome measures
Change in Disease Activity in Psoriatic Arthritis (DAPSA)
Change in Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI)
Metabolic Profile- Blood Glucose Studies
+12 moreDIPSA Trial Design
3Treatment groups
Active Control
Group I: Diet 1Active Control1 Intervention
Diet 1 will focus on the dietary pattern and monitor types of foods, supplementary nutrition, and provide nutritional support with a dietitian.
Group II: Diet 2Active Control1 Intervention
Diet 2 will focus on the dietary pattern and monitor the amount of food, complimentary nutrition, and nutritional support with a dietitian.
Group III: Diet 3Active Control1 Intervention
Diet 3 will focus on healthy dietary patterns and provide nutritional support with a dietitian.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Women's College HospitalOTHER
102 Previous Clinical Trials
39,004 Total Patients Enrolled
2 Trials studying Psoriatic Arthritis
959 Patients Enrolled for Psoriatic Arthritis
University of PennsylvaniaLead Sponsor
2,012 Previous Clinical Trials
42,892,442 Total Patients Enrolled
9 Trials studying Psoriatic Arthritis
3,339 Patients Enrolled for Psoriatic Arthritis
NYU Langone HealthOTHER
1,372 Previous Clinical Trials
841,020 Total Patients Enrolled
4 Trials studying Psoriatic Arthritis
1,220 Patients Enrolled for Psoriatic Arthritis
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- My Psoriatic Arthritis diagnosis is confirmed by a rheumatologist.I have been on a stable PsA treatment for at least 3 months.Your body mass index (BMI) is between 25 and 40.I am currently taking corticosteroids.You are pregnant or could become pregnant.I am between 18 and 80 years old.Your psoriatic arthritis is too active, as measured by a specific test called DAPSA.I do not have any health conditions that would make it unsafe for me to change my diet.I plan to change my psoriasis or PsA treatment soon.You have had an allergic reaction to olive oil or nuts in the past.You are already taking part in another study about physical activity or diet.I can go to all my follow-up appointments.You do not want to change your eating habits.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Diet 1
- Group 2: Diet 2
- Group 3: Diet 3
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Could I qualify to take part in this research project?
"This particular medical trial is only open to patients that suffer from psoriatic arthritis and are between 18-80 years old. The study has room for approximately 90 participants."
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Are people over the age of 35 able to join this trial?
"This study is recruiting patients aged 18 to 80. In contrast, 55 other clinical trials are only testing treatments on children and 334 are focused on elderly care."
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Are participants being recruited for this clinical trial at this time?
"The clinical trial is presently looking for volunteers, as seen on clinicaltrials.gov. This study was originally posted on 3/11/2021, with the most recent update being 1/6/2022."
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How many people are allowed to enroll in this experiment?
"The clinical trial is currently recruiting participants, as indicated by the most recent data from clinicaltrials.gov. The posting dates for this trial are 3/11/2021 and 1/6/2022 respectively. This study requires 90 individuals at 2 different sites."
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