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Obesity & Overweight Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

Access cutting-edge obesity & overweight treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Boston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Foundation for the National Institutes of Health

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Obesity & Overweight Study in Boston

The purpose of this study is to evaluate body composition across a variety of medical, professional, and commercial devices, including: bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) devices, 3-dimensional optical imaging (3DO), manual anthropometry measurements, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and blood tests. The secondary study purpose is to compare body composition measurements from BIA devices, 3DO, and manual anthropometry measurements within a 1-week period for a subset of the study population. The study plans to enroll 300 healthy (having no life-threatening conditions or diseases; male and female) participants, 18 years of age or older.

Sponsor: Foundation for the National Institutes of Health

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Being willing to provide written informed consent prior to participation Being willing to complete the study visits and comply with the study procedures
Being willing to travel to the various study locations for On-site, DXA, MRI, and Phlebotomy visits
Being willing to change into appropriate form-fitting clothing for 3DO assessments and/or appropriate gowns for DXA and MRI imaging
Must have a BMI within the range of 18.5 - 45 kg/m2
Being willing to refrain from all food, drink, and substances for 8 hours prior to the On-site visit(s) and phlebotomy visit
Being willing to refrain from all food, drink, and substances for 4 hours prior to the DXA and MRI scan visits
Being willing to refrain from any exercise or vigorous physical activity for 24 hours prior to all visits
Stable weight (no more than 5 kg change) for 3 months prior to screening
If recruited in the Phoenix, AZ area, participants must be willing to drive yourself to the Phoenix Office location for the On-site Visits 1 and 2 (if applicable) located at the Exponent Phoenix Office.

Exclusion Criteria

Being pregnant or attempting to become pregnant
Having medical implants, such as a pacemaker or metal joint replacements, or other metal implants contraindicated for MRI
Cosmetic implants, such as breast implants
Having a height greater than DXA scanning limit (77 inches)
Having a body weight greater than indicated for the equipment (400 lbs)
Prior amputation or major body-altering surgery that could invalidate body composition estimates
Having claustrophobia or a history of claustrophobia
Known HIV infection
Known Lipodystrophy
Known hydration abnormality (e.g., significant edema, end-stage renal disease, end-stage liver disease)
Severe illness or life-threatening conditions such as end-stage kidney, liver, lung disease, NYHA III-IV heart failure, or active malignancy

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07776678) has an active research site in Boston, MA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Obesity & Overweight Treatment Options in Boston, MA

If you're searching for obesity & overweight treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT07776678) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Boston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced obesity & overweight specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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