- Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and Therapies
- Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
- Long-Term Effects of COVID-19
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research
- Liver Diseases and Immunity
- Systemic Sclerosis and Related Diseases
- Diet and metabolism studies
- Nutritional Studies and Diet
- Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders Research
- Lipid metabolism and disorders
- Interstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research
- Garlic and Onion Studies
- Nutrition and Health in Aging
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Mental Health and Patient Involvement
- Celiac Disease Research and Management
- Fatty Acid Research and Health
- Social Media in Health Education
- Healthcare Systems and Technology
University of Limerick
2020-2024
To compare the effects a Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) versus Irish Healthy Eating Guidelines (HEG) on physical function and quality of life in adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) Ireland.
<ns4:p>Background Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has had a significant impact on clinical research. This paper aims to provide an insight into how the COVID-19 pandemic, associated public health restrictions and international guidance conduct of research impacted two rheumatology trials - Physiotherapist-led Intervention Promote Physical Activity in Rheumatoid Arthritis (PIPPRA) MEDiterranean diet (MEDRA) projects. Methods The March imposed mitigate risk occurred at time when PIPPRA was...
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common type of autoimmune affecting 0.5–1% adult population worldwide. While primary line treatment RA includes pharmacological therapies, people living with condition often seek non-pharmacological therapies such as diet and exercise in an attempt to attenuate their symptoms. Established, evidence-based dietary guidelines for are currently lacking. The MEDRA study aims explore effectiveness implementing, via telehealth, a Mediterranean (MedDiet)...
The effects of dietary modifications have been assessed in people living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) consistent benefits reported from clinical trials. However, the lived experience making and sustaining positive changes for RA remains unknown. aim this qualitative study was to explore experiences adults their perceptions a 12-week telehealth-delivered intervention assess acceptability programme. Qualitative data collected via four online focus groups participants who had just completed...
<ns3:p><ns3:bold>Background</ns3:bold>: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has had a significant impact on clinical research. This paper aims to provide an insight into how the COVID-19 pandemic, associated public health restrictions and international guidance conduct of research impacted two rheumatology trials - Physiotherapist-led Intervention Promote Physical Activity in Rheumatoid Arthritis (PIPPRA) MEDiterranean diet (MEDRA) projects.</ns3:p><ns3:p> <ns3:bold>Methods</ns3:bold>: The...
Abstract Objective To compare the effects a Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) versus Irish Healthy Eating Guidelines (HEG) on physical function and quality of life in adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) Ireland. Methods Forty-four RA were randomised (1:1) to MedDiet or HEG for 12 weeks. The intervention included three video teleconsultations two follow-up telephone calls facilitated by Registered Dietitian (RD). Changes Health Assessment Questionnaire-Disability Index (HAQ-DI) Rheumatoid...
Background The immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory effects of the Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) suggest a protective role in rheumatic conditions 1 . A small but increasing body evidence from randomised controlled trials demonstrates that increased adherence to MedDiet patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) can have beneficial effect on disease activity, pain levels physical function 2 Objectives primary aim MEDRA study was determine compared current food based dietary guidelines Ireland...
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Background: Public and patient involvement (PPI) improves quality relevance of research (1). PPI is advocated by policy makers funding bodies supported EULAR (2). Arthritis Research Limerick (ARL) a partnership between researchers at the University clinicians Hospitals Limerick. representatives have been involved in ARL projects, however no formal network had established prior to 2020. The need for collaborate with was identified both representatives. This arose from joint ambition promote...
This conference will explore current issues in relation to nutritional status specific chronic diseases associated with ageing populations, including metabolic health, cognitive function and sarcopenia. Strategies address these also be discussed development of novel biomarkers nutrient dietary intervention approaches as well enhance screening assessment, implications for food nutrition policy. year, the first time, Postgraduate main Irish Section meeting amalgamate day event dedicated...