Cocoa extract trial for walking problems in blocked leg arteries
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This Phase 3 study tests whether cocoa extract (cocoa flavanols) can improve walking ability and circulation in people with peripheral artery disease (PAD). It may help people who have PAD-related walking limits and can safely avoid competing cocoa sources and caffeine.
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Who can take part
- Be age 55 or older
- Have PAD confirmed by a blood-pressure test (ABI) or other leg artery testing
- Be able to walk without needing a wheelchair or a walker
- Not have a current foot ulcer on the bottom of your foot
- Be able to complete a one-week “run-in” period at the start of the study
- Be willing to avoid cocoa supplements and regular dark chocolate during the study
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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