Plain-English translation of NCT05785884 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This research study is testing whether two different eating patterns—a low-carbohydrate diet and a standard USDA diet—can help reduce pain and improve daily function in people with knee osteoarthritis. Researchers want to see if diet changes might work as a complementary treatment alongside other pain management approaches. The study is specifically looking at how these diets work differently across racial and ethnic groups.
Many people with knee osteoarthritis struggle with chronic pain that affects their work, social life, and daily activities. While there are treatments available, researchers want to explore whether changing what you eat could help reduce this pain and improve quality of life—offering patients another tool to manage their condition.
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After a phone screening and initial eligibility assessment, you will be randomly assigned to follow either a low-carbohydrate diet or a standard USDA diet. The study will provide your meals to make participation easier. You'll attend clinic visits where researchers measure your weight, blood pressure, and pain levels, and you'll wear a special watch for 7 days to track your sleep and activity patterns. The study involves about 200 participants total and is designed to last several months, with regular check-ins to monitor how the diet is affecting your knee pain and daily function.
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