๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-06-30

Systemic Sclerosis DIet for GastrointESTinal Symptoms (NCT07402226)

SSc-DIGEST Trial: Systemic Sclerosis DIet for GastrointESTinal Symptoms Randomized Controlled Trial of Low FODMAP, CDED, and NICE Diets for Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Systemic Sclerosis

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: University of Michigan

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This research will evaluate the effect of diets on bloating/distention, assess changes in abdominal pain, and overall gastrointestinal symptom burden in Systemic Sclerosis. The researchers will do this by comparing outcomes of people assigned to 3 different diets. Following the research specifics of the diets will be available upon contact with the details listed below.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Michigan โ€” Ann Arbor, Michigan

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Diet 1: Restriction of fermentable carbohydrates (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Diet 2: Elimination of foods harmful to gut barrier and microbiome (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Diet 3: Regular meal patterns, soluble fiber, and portion control (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

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Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Michigan โ€” Ann Arbor, Michigan

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (734) 764-6466

Email: ssc-digest@med.umich.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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