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Healthy Lifestyle Intervention for Bone Health (LIMB-Q Trial)
LIMB-Q Trial Summary
This trial will help researchers understand how best to help obese older adults maintain healthy bones.
LIMB-Q Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowLIMB-Q Trial Timeline
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Side effects data
From 2008 Phase 2 trial • 114 Patients • NCT00151411LIMB-Q Trial Design
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- I do not have severe heart or lung conditions that would prevent me from exercising or dieting.I have osteoporosis or have had fractures from minor injuries.I do not have major health or psychiatric issues that would stop me from joining an exercise program.I haven't used weight loss products in the last 3 months.I have diabetes needing insulin or my blood sugar/HbA1c levels are high.I have not used any bone-targeting drugs in the past year or bisphosphonates in the last two years.I do not have severe vision or hearing problems that make it hard for me to follow instructions.I have severe joint, muscle, or nerve conditions that prevent me from exercising.I don't have chronic diseases that would affect my ability to follow diet or exercise plans.I am between 65 and 85 years old.I have not had cancer in the last 5 years, except for non-melanoma skin cancers.
- Group 1: Lifestyle intervention Group
- Group 2: Healthy lifestyle intervention Group
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- 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.
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Can I enroll in this experiment?
"Candidates with obesity aged between 65 and 85 qualify for consideration in this medical trial, which is recruiting a total of 120 patients."
What primary goals are investigators hoping to achieve through this experiment?
"This research aims to ascertain alterations in cortical thickness over the span of 12 months. Secondary objectives include gauging changes in waist circumference (measured with a tape measure), shifts in mood as determined by questionnaire, and modifications in cognitive abilities assessed via mini-mental exams."
Are there still opportunities to take part in this research endeavor?
"As per clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial is actively recruiting participants. It was first shared on November 1st 2017 and the most recent update occurred on January 20th 2022."
Is the eligibility for this research program restricted to those aged 30 or younger?
"This trial stipulates that individuals must be between 65 and 85 years old to meet the inclusion criteria."
How many people are participating in this medical research project?
"Correct. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this medical study is still enrolling participants after being initially posted on November 1st 2017 and most recently updated on January 20th 2022. A total of 120 patients are sought from a single trial site."
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