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Dried Plums and Bone Health in Postmenopausal Women
NCT02822378 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
Postmenopausal women often seek non-pharmacologic interventions for the protection of bone health. Previous research in humans and rodents has indicated that dietary dried plum consumption may be beneficial for bone health, especially in postmenopausal women. However, it is unknown in what quantity dried plums need to be consumed to be of benefit and through what mechanisms dried plums act to impact bone health. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of 52 weeks of dried plums consumption in varying quantities on bone mineral density (BMD), bone geometry, and estimated bone strength in postmenopausal women. The investigators also seek to evaluate the mechanisms underlying the effects of dried plums as a dietary supplement by assessing polyphenols and the bioavailable conjugated metabolites in the urine of postmenopausal women taking different doses of dietary dried plums. The investigators aim to further investigate the mechanisms of dried plum action on bone by measuring markers of bone metabolism in response to dried plum consumption.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT Calcium supplement
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT Vitamin D supplement
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT Dried Plum
Study Locations (1)
Pennsylvania
- Women's Health and Exercise Laboratories, The Pennsylvania State University — University Park
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 322 participants |
| Start Date | 2016-06-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12-31 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT02822378
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT02822378 describes a study currently listed as active not recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 322 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Penn State University, which has 233 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Postmenopausal Osteoporosis appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which Calcium supplement is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT02822378 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Pennsylvania. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02822378 about?
NCT02822378 is a clinical study titled "Dried Plums and Bone Health in Postmenopausal Women". Postmenopausal women often seek non-pharmacologic interventions for the protection of bone health. Previous research in humans and rodents has indicated that dietary dried plum consumption may be beneficial for bone health, especially in postmenopausal women. However, it is unknown in what quantity ...
What is the current status of trial NCT02822378?
This trial is currently active not recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 322 participants. The study started on 2016-06-01. Estimated completion is 2026-12-31.
What conditions does trial NCT02822378 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02822378?
The interventions under investigation include: Calcium supplement (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT), Vitamin D supplement (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT), Dried Plum (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02822378?
This trial is sponsored by Penn State University, which has 233 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT02822378 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Pennsylvania. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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