Frequency of Hypermobility-Related Problems in Patients With Anorexia Nervosa (NCT07159867) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Frequency of Hypermobility-Related Problems in Patients With Anorexia Nervosa
Sweden100 participantsStarted 2025-09-15
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to examine the frequense of generalized hypermobility and pain in patients with Anorexia Nervosa. The study further explores two main questions: (1) whether generalized hypermobility may be an explanatory factor for pain in some patients with Anorexia Nervosa, and (2) whether temporomandibular joint problems (such as instability, pain, difficulties opening the mouth, locking, or clicking) contribute to eating difficulties in certain individuals with Anorexia Nervosa.
Who can participate
Age range
13 Years – 25 Years
Sex
FEMALE
See this in plain English?
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Inclusion Criteria:
Female patients Aged 13-25 years
Diagnosed with:
* Anorexia Nervosa (ICD-10 F50.0), or
* Atypical Anorexia Nervosa (ICD-10 F50.1)
* Currently receiving treatment or scheduled to receive treatment
Exclusion Criteria:
* Severe cognitive impairment
* Insufficient Swedish language skills that make it impossible to provide informed consent and prevent answering study questions
* Pregnancy and up to one year postpartum
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Joint hypermobility
Timeframe: One-time assessment at baseline (Day 0, at the inclusion visit).
2
5-part questionnaire
Timeframe: One-time questionnaire at baseline (Day 0, after clinical examination).