UTSW NORC Pilot Spinal Cord Injury Dietary Program

The goal of this observational study is to learn about the effects of a 9-week dietician-guided program modified from the National Diabetic Prevention Program (modified DPP-diet) in people with spinal cord injury on body composition and insulin sensitivity. The main question it aims to answer is: Does 9 week modified DPP-diet reduce body fat percentage and insulin resistance? Participants will: Have 9 weeks of Telehealth visit with dietician certified in providing DPP. Visit the laboratory before, immediately and 9 weeks after completion of the modified DPP-diet. Share with the researcher on the perceived benefit and obstacles in implementing the modified DPP-diet as part of their daily activities.

NCT Number	NCT06924177
Lead Sponsor	University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Conditions	Obesity and Obesity-related Medical Conditions, Spinal Cord Injury, Chronic
Enrollment	20 participants
Start Date	2026-02-13
Primary Completion	2027-05-31 (estimated)
Study Completion	2027-05-31 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-07-15