Gulf War Illness: Evaluation of an Innovative Detoxification Program
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2015-12-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Gulf War illness is found in about one fourth of veterans of the 1990-1991 Gulf War and is
characterized by persistent memory and concentration problems, headaches, fatigue and muscle
and joint pain. It is not known what causes the illness, but exposure to chemicals is
suspected. The Hubbard detoxification program consists of exercise and sauna therapy together
with administration of several dietary supplements, particularly crystalline niacin used at
increasing concentrations over a period of about four weeks. The investigators hypothesize
that this program will reduce symptoms, as tested by administration of cognitive and quality
of life tests and serum clinical chemistry tests.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
University at Albany
Collaborators:
Severna Park Health and Wellness Center The Sage Colleges United States Department of Defense Women's College Hospital