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Study NCT ID:
NCT01308957
Status:
COMPLETED
Last Update Posted:
2014-12-10
First Post:
2011-02-25
Is Gene Therapy:
True
Has Adverse Events:
False
Brief Title:
Fish Oil and Muscle Function
Sponsor:
Washington University School of Medicine
Organization:
Study Overview
Official Title:
Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Muscle Mass and Muscle Function
Status:
COMPLETED
Status Verified Date:
2014-12
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
False
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of omega-3 fatty acid supplementation on changes in muscle mass, muscular strength and physical function.
Detailed Description:
Loss of muscle mass is a normal consequence of aging in many older adults, worsened by chronic illness, poor appetite and diet, and reduced physical activity. The ensuing decline in physical function is a major cause of frailty, disability and death. Treatments that can reverse or reduce the age-associated loss of muscle mass are therefore much needed. Evidence is emerging that consumption of fish or fish oil derived long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCn-3PUFA) may be important for maintenance of muscle mass and physical function throughout the life-span. However, the effect of LCn-3PUFA supplementation on muscle mass, muscle strength and overall physical function is not known. The goal of this study therefore is to determine the effect of LCn-3PUFA supplementation on muscle mass, muscle strength and physical function in older adults.
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
True
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
None
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
None
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?: