Intermittent Fasting for Depression and Inflammation in Spinal Cord Injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests if intermittent fasting (eating only during a set window each day) can help reduce inflammation and improve mood in people with spinal cord injury.
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Who can take part
- You have had a spinal cord injury for at least one year
- You are 18 years old or older
- You have mild to moderate depression (confirmed by a psychologist)
- You are on a stable dose of depression medication
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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