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NCT03017118 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Turmeric for Patients With Basal Joint Arthritis
A NA study of Thumb Osteoarthritis, sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 60
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT03017118: Recruiting NA study of Thumb Osteoarthritis, sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital.
NCT03017118 is a NA study of Thumb Osteoarthritis that is actively recruiting participants, run by Massachusetts General Hospital. The registered enrollment target is 60 participants, below the 111-participant average among 4 other Thumb Osteoarthritis trials with a reported enrollment target (46% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT03017118, a NA study of Thumb Osteoarthritis, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 60 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
The aim of this study is to assess whether the use of a commercially available nutraceutical, turmeric, is an effective option to manage pain and stiffness in patients with basal joint arthritis. To conduct a pilot Randomized Controlled Trial evaluating the impact of turmeric on basal joint arthritis.
Primary Outcome
0-10 ordinal rating of pain intensity
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Placebo
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT Turmeric
Study Locations (1)
Massachusetts
- Massachusetts General Hospital - Boston
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 60 participants |
| Start Date | 2017-08-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2028-01 |
| Phase | NA |
What NCT03017118 shows while recruiting
NCT03017118 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 60 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 111-participant average among 4 other Thumb Osteoarthritis trials with a reported enrollment target (46% lower).
The record links to 1 condition, with Thumb Osteoarthritis appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Placebo is the first listed.
NCT03017118 reports a single indexed study location in Massachusetts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03017118 about?
NCT03017118 is a clinical study titled "Turmeric for Patients With Basal Joint Arthritis". The aim of this study is to assess whether the use of a commercially available nutraceutical, turmeric, is an effective option to manage pain and stiffness in patients with basal joint arthritis. To conduct a pilot Randomized Controlled Trial evaluating the impact of turmeric on basal joint arthriti...
What is the current status of trial NCT03017118?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 60 participants. The study started on 2017-08-09. Estimated completion is 2028-01.
What conditions does trial NCT03017118 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Thumb Osteoarthritis.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03017118?
The interventions under investigation include: Placebo (OTHER), Turmeric (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03017118?
This trial is sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital, which has 2,032 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT03017118 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Massachusetts. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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