Joint Health Study

Description

Natural dietary health supplements that may improve quality of life by relieving joint discomfort have been of increasing interest. Recent studies have demonstrated promising effects of one such supplement - calcium fructoborate (CFB). Preliminary evidence suggests that CFB may reduce joint discomfort, however, few well-powered studies have been conducted to assess the true effects of this supplement. In this study, conducted virtually, we will examine changes in joint discomfort over a 90 day period. Participants will be randomized to receive either 216mg CFB or placebo (i.e., 216mg microcellulose) to take every day for the study period.

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Study overview

Natural dietary health supplements that may improve quality of life by relieving joint discomfort have been of increasing interest. Recent studies have demonstrated promising effects of one such supplement - calcium fructoborate (CFB). Preliminary evidence suggests that CFB may reduce joint discomfort, however, few well-powered studies have been conducted to assess the true effects of this supplement. In this study, conducted virtually, we will examine changes in joint discomfort over a 90 day period. Participants will be randomized to receive either 216mg CFB or placebo (i.e., 216mg microcellulose) to take every day for the study period.

Auburn University Joint Health Study

Joint Health Study

Condition
Effect of Drug
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Auburn

Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, United States, 36849

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • 1. Between 40-65 years of age;
  • 2. Self-reported or medically diagnosed knee joint pain for \> 3 months (chronic);
  • 3. Diagnosis of osteoarthritis of the knee;
  • 4. No diagnosed psychiatric or neurological condition;
  • 5. Not taking antibiotics;
  • 6. Not taking any other joint health supplement
  • 7. Not taking prescription medications for OA or joint discomfort for the last 3 months
  • 8. No use of NSAIDS or other pain relievers for two (2) weeks prior to enrollment in the study and who are willing to make best efforts to refrain from use of same throughout the study
  • 9. Has reliable internet service;
  • 10. Some computer literacy;
  • 11. Has a smartphone; and
  • 12. Has a laptop, desktop computer, or iPad.
  • 1. \<40 or \>65 years of age;
  • 2. Does not have osteoarthritis of the knee;
  • 3. Diabetes or other metabolic disorders;
  • 4. Inflammatory and/or infectious health conditions;

Ages Eligible for Study

40 Years to 65 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

Auburn University,

Study Record Dates

2024-12-31