Remote IBD & Aging Research Study
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital and New York University are conducting a research study on aging and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) for adults 60+ living with Crohn’s disease or colitis.
Fast Facts
Aged 60+ & diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (e.g., Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, indeterminate colitis)
Currently taking medication to treat inflammatory bowel disease
Compensation
provided up to $700
Conducted remotely
Research Study Background
This research study aims to better understand how aging impacts the experience and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in older adults.
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, can become more complex to manage as people age. Older adults often experience additional health conditions, take multiple medications, and go through natural aging-related changes that may affect how their bodies respond to IBD treatments. Despite this, most IBD research has focused on younger populations, leaving important gaps in understanding how the disease affects older individuals over time.
The LOGIC Virtual research study is designed to address these gaps by collecting long-term health data from adults aged 60 and older with IBD. By participating, individuals contribute valuable information that may help researchers improve future care, treatment approaches, and quality of life for older adults living with IBD.
Research Study Background
This research study aims to better understand how aging impacts the experience and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in older adults.
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, can become more complex to manage as people age. Older adults often experience additional health conditions, take multiple medications, and go through natural aging-related changes that may affect how their bodies respond to IBD treatments. Despite this, most IBD research has focused on younger populations, leaving important gaps in understanding how the disease affects older individuals over time.
The LOGIC Virtual research study is designed to address these gaps by collecting long-term health data from adults aged 60 and older with IBD. By participating, individuals contribute valuable information that may help researchers improve future care, treatment approaches, and quality of life for older adults living with IBD.
Additional Information
This research study is being conducted to better understand how IBD affects adults over 60 and how aging influences disease progression and treatment outcomes.
You may be eligible for this research study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (e.g., Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, indeterminate colitis)
- Currently taking medication to treat inflammatory bowel disease
- Ages 60+
- Speak English
If you choose to participate:
- You will complete up to 7 virtual research study visits over 3 years (about every 6 months)
- Each visit lasts up to 45 minutes and includes questionnaires about your health, mood, and quality of life
- Researchers will review your medical history
- You may optionally complete a short walk test
- You may also choose to provide optional blood and stool samples
- All follow-up visits are optional
Participants may receive compensation of up to $700 for completing research study activities. Since this is a fully virtual research study, no travel is required.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.