Can krill oil ease chronic pain in seniors?

NCT ID NCT06580912

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Florida Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tested whether taking krill oil daily for 12 weeks helps older adults with chronic musculoskeletal pain. Forty participants aged 60 and older took either krill oil or a vegetable oil placebo. The main goal was to see if a larger trial is possible, focusing on adherence and acceptability.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: krill oil
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple nutritional supplement to help older adults manage chronic pain and stay mobile.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study (40 people) focused on feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. Results may not apply to everyone, and krill oil may not reduce pain better than other oils.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHRONIC MUSCULOSKELETAL PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

UF Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center

Gainesville, Florida, 32610, United States

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