Can exercise and diet help older sickle cell patients? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07442851
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a 12-week exercise and nutrition program called SickleFit in 40 adults aged 35 and older with sickle cell disease. The goal is to see if the program is safe, doable, and liked by participants. It does not aim to cure the disease but to improve fitness and quality of life.
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Duke University
RECRUITINGDurham, North Carolina, 27710, United States
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