Status:
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
Improving Metabolic & Mental Health in Female Healthcare Shift Workers
Lead Sponsor:
Auburn University
Conditions:
Sleep, Inadequate
Overweight and Obesity
Eligibility:
FEMALE
18-50 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Circadian rhythm disruption caused by shift work alters metabolic and hormonal pathways, which accelerates chronic disease onset, leading to decreased quality and quantity of life. Preclinical studies...
Detailed Description
Clinical assessments will include DEXA, phlebotomy, questionnaires, and stool collection, which will be completed at weeks 0, 8, and 16 to assess changes in metabolic health and quality of life. Four ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Female
- 18-50 years old
- BMI between 27 and 40 kg/m2
- \>6 months in current predominantly night shift (average 30+ hours/week) schedule
- Can read and speak English
- Willing to correspond with study staff using smartphone technologies
Exclusion
- Pregnant or undergoing hormonal treatment for fertility
- Major changes in any prescription medications within 3 months
- Major surgeries in last 3 months
- Diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes or other major endocrine diseases
- Diagnosed food allergies or significant dietary limitations
- Currently engaged in intensive weight loss program
- Minimal medically necessary radiation exposure within the last year
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 2 2024
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
March 1 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
13 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06158204
Start Date
January 2 2024
End Date
March 1 2025
Last Update
January 8 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama, United States, 36849