Psychoneuroimmunology As a Framework for Studying the Effects of Chiropractic Care in a Population with High Central Adiposity: a Feasibility Trial

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Procedure
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

Since 1980, the global prevalence of obesity, commonly defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, has doubled. Importantly, high levels of central adiposity (i.e., abdominal fat) is associated with numerous PNI-related sequelae, including increased levels of psychological distress, cognitive deficits, ANS dysfunction, and immune marker abnormalities. To our knowledge, rigorous investigation of chiropractic's impact on psychoneuroimmunological (PNI)-related outcomes in people with high central adiposity is lacking. Based on limited evidence to date, it is plausible that clinically important PNI-related dysfunctions (e.g., heightened stress levels, executive function impairments, dysautonomia, immune dysregulation) common in this population could be ameliorated via chiropractic care.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Maximum Age: 65
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• 18-65 years of age

• Body mass index (BMI) at least 30

• Waist circumference at least 35 inches if female or 40 inches if male

Locations
United States
Georgia
Dr. Sid E. Williams Center for Chiropractic Research
RECRUITING
Marietta
Contact Information
Primary
Daekiara Smith-Ireland, MPH
research.studies@life.edu
770-426-2639
Time Frame
Start Date: 2024-11-04
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-07
Participants
Target number of participants: 20
Treatments
Experimental: Chiropractic care
6 weeks of chiropractic care
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Collaborators: University of Georgia
Leads: Life University

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