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Obesity Clinical Trial in Baton Rouge, LA

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

Sponsored by Pennington Biomedical Research Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Baton Rouge

    Convenient for LA 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.

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

About This Obesity Study in Baton Rouge

The objective of the proposed double-blind, parallel-arm, randomized clinical trial is to evaluate changes in body weight and composition, assess determinants of energy balance (intake and expenditure), and measure modulators of energy balance, following 8 wk of calorie restriction (-500 kcal/d) in combination with either overnight exposure to normobaric hypoxia (8 h/night, 15% FiO2, \~2640 m) or normoxia (8 h/night, 21% FiO2), using a commercially available, in-home tent system, in adults with obesity.

Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Obese (BMI between 30-39.9 kg/m2)
Born at altitudes below 2,100 meters (\~7,000 feet)
Currently residing in Tallahassee, Florida or surrounding area
Completed a full FDA authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccination series at least 14 days before any in-person human research activity.
Not taking any medication(s) that interfere with oxygen delivery/transport for 4 weeks prior to and throughout the entire study (e.g., includes sedatives, sleeping aids, tranquilizers and/or any medication that depresses ventilation, diuretics, alpha and beta blockers).
Willing to refrain from smoking, vaping, chewing tobacco, and dietary supplement use throughout the entire study.
Willing to have a hypoxic tent set-up in their home and spend 8 consecutive hours per night in the tent for 8 weeks
Lives with a family member, partner/spouse, or roommate who can hear and respond in the unlikely event that the blood oxygen, air oxygen, or air carbon dioxide monitoring alarm would sound.

Exclusion Criteria

Living in areas that are more than 1,200 m (\~4,000 feet), or have traveled to areas that are more than 1,200 m for five days or more within the last 2 months
Individuals who have not completed a full FDA authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccination series at least 14 days before any in-person human research activity.
Cardiovascular abnormalities, gastrointestinal disorders, or any condition that interferes with oxygen delivery/transport (e.g., kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, etc.)
Oxygen saturation \< 95% while awake or oxygen saturation dips below 88% for a total of ≥ 10 min overnight in normoxic conditions
Evidence of apnea or other sleeping disorders
Evidence of prior high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) or high-altitude cerebral edema (HACE) diagnosis
Diagnosis or family history of sickle cell anemia/trait
Hematocrit \<42% for males, \<36% for females
Hemoglobin \<13 g/dL for males, \<12 g/dL for females
Blood donation within 8 weeks of beginning the study
Present condition of alcoholism, anabolic steroids, or other substance abuse issues
Women who are pregnant, lactating, planning to become pregnant, or who have had an irregular menstrual cycle in the past 6 mo.
Weight gain or loss \> 10% of body weight during the past 6 months
Adults unable to consent

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 Baton Rouge?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05289310) has an active research site in Baton Rouge, LA 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 Treatment Options in Baton Rouge, LA

If you're searching for obesity treatment options in Baton Rouge, LA, this clinical trial (NCT05289310) 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 Baton Rouge research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced obesity 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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