Modern medical care depends on the invention and use of new treatments for disease.1 Clinical trials make this possible. For example, most of the advances in cancer treatment have happened because of scientific research.2 There are always new clinical trials looking for participants. If you or someone you love is interested in participating in a […]
Category: Clinical Trials
Clinical Trials for Psoriasis
Have you tried a few different treatments for your psoriasis, but they aren’t helping as much as you’d hope? If so, you might be interested in joining a clinical trial to try out new therapies.1 These large studies are always recruiting people with psoriasis to learn more about a new treatment’s safety and how well […]
Clinical Trials for COPD
Are you having trouble managing your chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms? Have you tried multiple treatments? If so, your doctor or pulmonologist may suggest you join a clinical trial. These large studies help doctors and researchers learn more about new treatments. For the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve a new drug, […]
Migraine Clinical Trials
Migraines—a neurological disorder that cause intense headaches lasting for hours or days—is an extremely common condition. Because migraines are so debilitating, causing many days of disability throughout the lifetime of individuals who are affected by them, research continues to identify ever more effective treatments. What Are the Current Treatments for Migraines? Migraine treatments are generally […]
Clinical Trials for Nerve Pain
While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a handful of medications for treating nerve pain (neuralgia or neuropathy), they may not be effective for every patient. If you’re struggling to manage your nerve pain and have tried additional measures like peripheral nerve stimulation, you may be interested in trying an experimental therapy […]
Parkinson’s Disease Clinical Trials
Parkinson’s disease is a complex disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. While current treatments can help manage symptoms, there is still no cure for the disease. As a result, researchers and pharmaceutical companies are constantly working on developing new therapies to slow or stop the progression of Parkinson’s disease.1,2 Researchers use clinical trials to […]
Clinical Trials for Depression
Depression is a complex illness with multiple factors that contribute to its development, such as genetic, environmental, and social factors. While some individuals may find relief from depression through therapy or medication, others may require additional treatment options. Clinical trials for depression treatments offer hope for individuals who have not found relief from conventional treatment […]
Clinical Trials for Osteoarthritis
Have you tried taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), physical therapy, and injections to treat your osteoarthritis pain, but you still have pain? Are you interested in trying another treatment before resorting to joint replacement surgery? If so, a clinical trial might be right for you. Clinical trials are controlled studies that help doctors and researchers […]
Liver Fibrosis Clinical Trials
Liver fibrosis is a liver disease complication that’s diagnosed when the healthy tissue in your liver becomes replaced with stiff scar tissue. This may be caused by viral infections, excess alcohol consumption, or being overweight or obese. If left untreated, your liver will lose its ability to function, and you may develop severe liver scarring […]
NAFLD Clinical Trials
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the buildup of fat in the liver that is not related to alcohol consumption. Many people with NAFLD have diabetes or are overweight or obese. If left untreated, this disease can progress to nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), which causes liver inflammation and scarring (fibrosis).1 Currently, there are no medications approved […]
