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Chiropractic Adjustment for Metabolic Syndrome (MET Trial)
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Led By Tyson Perez, DC, PhD
Research Sponsored by Life University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Individuals who can walk unassisted for up to 10 minutes
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up through study completion, an average of 1 year
Awards & highlights
MET Trial Summary
This trial looks to see if chiropractic care can help people with metabolic syndrome and assess how well the procedures/protocols work.
Who is the study for?
Adults over 18 with metabolic syndrome, able to provide consent and perform certain physical tasks like walking unassisted for 10 minutes. They should have a stable medication regimen if they're taking drugs for high blood sugar, blood pressure, triglycerides, or cholesterol. Pregnant individuals or those with certain medical conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or recent serious injuries are excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is exploring the feasibility of study procedures and potential benefits of chiropractic care on adults with metabolic syndrome. Participants will undergo chiropractic adjustments to see how it affects their condition.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While not explicitly mentioned in the provided information, common side effects from chiropractic adjustments may include temporary discomfort in treated areas, fatigue, headache, or dizziness.
MET Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowSelect...
I can walk by myself for 10 minutes.
MET Trial Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ through study completion, an average of 1 year
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~through study completion, an average of 1 year
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Acceptability of treatment regimen for participants
Participant adherence rate
Participant retention rate
+2 moreSecondary outcome measures
Composite Autonomic Symptom Score (COMPASS-31)
Composite Autonomic Symptom Score COMPASS-31)
ECG de-trended fluctuation analysis
+13 moreMET Trial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: ChiropracticExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Chiropractic adjustment
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Chiropractic adjustment
2013
N/A
~50
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Life UniversityLead Sponsor
18 Previous Clinical Trials
392 Total Patients Enrolled
Tyson Perez, DC, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorLife University
1 Previous Clinical Trials
30 Total Patients Enrolled
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have a heart condition that affects my ECG results.I have been diagnosed with very high blood pressure that can cause organ damage.I can sit still for at least 15 minutes.You have had epilepsy or a stroke that could affect EEG readings.I can walk by myself for 10 minutes.I have been diagnosed with metabolic syndrome or meet at least 3 of its criteria.My dominant hand does not function well.I haven't had serious head, torso, or lower body injuries or surgeries in the last 6 months.You have been diagnosed with a disorder that affects your behavior or thoughts, like anti-social disorder, borderline personality disorder, or schizophrenia.I can wear an EEG net for 30 minutes.You are currently involved in a lawsuit related to a physical injury or health issue.I cannot do a fasting glucose test at home or in a lab.You have any implanted devices, like pacemakers.I am currently taking short-acting benzodiazepines like midazolam or triazolam.I have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, or neck instability.I am willing to prepare my hair/head for an EEG recording.I am over 18 years old.You have difficulty hearing or use hearing aids.I faint or feel dizzy when I stand up due to a condition like POTS.I have a brain aneurysm.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Chiropractic
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.
Are new participants being accepted to take part in this research?
"Clinicaltrials.gov has registered that this trial, first introduced on June 1st 2023 and re-edited May 22nd 2023, is not currently enrolling participants. Nevertheless, there are a multitude of other 1524 ongoing studies actively searching for recruits right now."
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What is the projected result of this trial?
"The principal aim of this research project, evaluated over the course of one year on average, is to measure participant adherence. Additionally, EEG resting state functional connectivity (measured with a 64-channel hydronet cap), evoked latency (also measured using the same device during auditory oddball task) and amplitude (same procedure) will be recorded as secondary objectives."
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