Gut health boost: could probiotics ease arthritis in kids?
NCT ID NCT03092427
First seen Apr 08, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study looked at whether adding a probiotic (VSL#3) to standard treatment helps children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). 51 children aged 1 to 7 with specific types of JIA took part. Researchers measured disease activity and changes in gut bacteria to see if the probiotic improved symptoms or reduced flare-ups.
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Robert Debre Hospital
Paris, 75019, France
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