Current Studies
Are you or a loved one searching for new treatment options in one of the following therapeutic areas?
Here you will find all current studies, including which sites have the study available.
Are you suffering from the pain and swelling of rheumatoid arthritis?
Description: You may qualify for a clinical study comparing two approved treatments if:
- You are a male or female 50 years of age or older.
- You have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis for longer then 6 months.
- You experiencing pain and swelling in eight or more joints.
- You have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes or other coronary heart disease risk factors.
- Other medications prescribed to treat your rheumatoid arthritis have been unsuccessful.
Sites: Powell River
Take Control of Your Gout
Description:
Whether your gout is currently on the attack or in hiding, now is the time to act!
The swelling. The burning. When your gout attacks or flares up, you have one goal in mind: make it stop! When gout temporarily goes into hiding, you know that your next gout attack could be even more painful! Could last longer! And that your attacks could start happening more frequently! Lowering your serum uric acid will help decrease gout attacks. If you're ready to take control of your gout, now is your chance to do something about it! Take part in a research study to optimize the long-term treatment of gout. Don't wait for the next time your gout attacks.Receive study-related medical care for your gout
You may benefit from study-related care under the careful direction of an experienced clinical research team.To qualify you must:
- Have a diagnosis of gout
- Have had at least 2 gout attacks in the past 12 months
- Be willing to take treatment daily to prevent gout attacks
When you qualify for this study, you will receive:
- Close monitoring of your gout to optimize your treatment at no cost to you
- Compensation to cover your time and travel expenses
- Reimbursement for your gout medication (allopurinol)
You should know that:
- The study doctor will see you monthly over the next 6 months to optimize your treatment with the goal of reducing your gout attacks
- Your medical information is kept strictly confidential, unless given your permission or except as required by law
To participate:
- You don't need to be having a gout attack now!
- You don't need to be currently taking any gout medication!
Take Control Now!
Contact: Kelowna 250-763-1791
Penticton 250-493-7286
complete the contact information on this website
or
visit www.GoutStudy.net
Does your Osteoarthritis pain in your knee have you missing those little moments?
Description: If so, we are currently seeking individuals with Osteoarthritis to participate in a clinical research study of an investigational medication. You must:
- Be at least 40 years of age
- Have a diagnosis of osteoarthritis of he knee for at least 6 months
- Study Related Tests
- Study Related Investigational Medication
Sites: Penticton
Are you one of the 5 million individuals living with lupus?
Description: If you are one of these individuals, we invite you to consider participating in the ILLUMINATE Research Study Program. The ILLUMINATE Program is evaluating a new investigational medication for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), the most common form of lupus. We are one of many sites across the country taking part in this research. If you or someone you know:
- is 18 years of age or older and
- has been diagnosed with SLE
Sites: Kelowna
Do you or your loved one suffer from Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Description: Would you like to be in a research study for Rheumatoid Arthritis? This research study will evaluate the effect of an investigational medication on a protein in your blood called CRP that is associated with inflammation. You may qualify for this research study if:
- You are between 18-75 years of age
- You have been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis for at least 6 months
- Your health and medications are stable
Sites: Kamloops
Do you suffer from High Cholesterol?
Description:
Are you looking to be a part of a research study to identify a possible treatment option for High Cholesterol?
You may qualify for the research study if: • You are age 18 years or older • You are taking high cholesterol medication Atorvastatin (LIPITOR) or Rosuvastatin (CRESTOR) or Simvastatin (ZOCOR) • Have stable health conditions If you qualify, you will receive all study related care and investigational medications at no cost and will be compensated for your travel costs. For more information contact The Medical Arts Health Research Group Kelowna 250.763.1791
Sites: Kelowna
If your blood pressure and sugar levels are not adequately controlled with medication
Description: You may be eligible for a clinical research study if you are taking oral medications for:
- Type 2 Diabetes, and
- High Blood Pressure
- Clinic/Offfice visits
- Study medication or placebo
- Laboratory work and evaluations
- Glucose monitoring supplies
- Diabetic and nutritional counseling
Sites: Kelowna
Flu
Description: Have recently felt feverish and also have some of the following flu symptoms: cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, muscle aches, headache, or fatigue.
Sites: Kamloops, Kelowna, North Shore, Penticton, Powell River
Diabetes
Description: Have been diagnosed with Diabetes and are currently taking medication.
Sites: Kelowna
Interested In Registering?
For more information or to enroll in a study, please use our online contact form or call:
Penticton: 250.493.7286
Kelowna: 250.763.1791
Kamloops: 250.682.3576
Powell River: 604.414.8250