Osteoarthritis of the Knee

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Is knee pain from osteoarthritis making even simple activities too difficult? If so, please contact us about our research study of an investigational pain medication.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • You must be between 18-80 years old
  • You must be able to walk unassisted
  • You must have Osteoarthritis of one, or both knees
  • Your pain has been ongoing for at least 3 months

Binge Eating Disorder

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Binge eating disorder (BED), the most common eating disorder, is characterized by recurrent, distressing episodes of uncontrolled consumption of large amounts of food (binge eating) without the inappropriate compensatory weight loss behaviors of bulimia nervosa.

Binge eating is an eating disorder for which there are no approved medications. That is why we are conducting a clinical research study to look at whether an investigational study medication can help people who binge eat on several days per week.

You may qualify to participate if you:

  • Are between the ages of 18-55
  • Binge eat on several days per week
  • Do not have a current diagnosis of bulimia or anorexia

This study lasts up to 15 weeks with up to 11 visits to the study site.

Click here to contact us about becoming a study participant.

Back Pain with a Pinched Nerve (Radiculopathy)

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Low back pain effects 20 million people every year in the United States and is a leading cause of activity limitation among adults. Radiculopathy is a kind of back pain with a pinched nerve that can result in pain, weakness, or numbness radiating into one or both legs. Right now doctors at Sunstone Medical Research are conducting a research studies for Radiculopathy.

You may qualify to participate if you:

  • Are at least 18 years old
  • Have lower back pain with sciatic nerve-pain affecting one or both of your legs. (also known as Lumbosacral Radiculopathy)
  • Have pain that thas been ongoing for at least 3 months

This study lasts up to 14 weeks with up to 8 visits to the study site.

Constipation due to Prescription Pain Meds

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Constipation can be a distressing side effect of some medications used to treat chronic pain and can have a negative effect on quality of life.

Over 6 million people (about 2% of the US population) use medications called opioids regularly to control chronic pain from conditions such as arthritis, osteoarthritis, back pain, neuropathy, migraines, fibromyalgia and others. The doctors at Sunstone Medical Research are now enrolling participants in an Opiate-Induced Constipation study now!

Asthma

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Asthma is a disease that makes it hard to breathe and may cause symptoms like coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. Asthma is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

The prevalence of asthma has increased significantly since the 1970s. Approximately 235-300 million people are affected globally. This is why the doctors at Sunstone Medical Research are now enrolling for a research study for Asthma.

Fibromyalgia

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The symptoms of fibromyalgia can be debilitating. The pain, stiffness and fatigue can greatly impact the quality of your life.

You may qualify for this study if:

  • You are at least 18 years of age
  • You have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, or are experiencing widespread persistent pain

This study is up to 12 weeks in length, with up to 8 visits to the study site.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Along with Diarrhea

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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition with symptoms including diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloating. For some people, IBS is a minor annoyance. For others, it can cause strong symptoms that lead to embarrassment, discomfort, anxiety and constant disruption of daily activities.

A new treatment is being researched for people who suffer from IBS. We're looking for men and woman with IBS symptoms to participate in a clinical research study of a medication for IBS.

Endometriosis

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Right now research is underway to test the safety and effectiveness of an oral investigational medication for the management of moderate to severe pain caused by endometriosis.

Symptoms range from mild to severe. For those with symptoms, the most common is pelvic pain, pain during intercourse, painful periods, and painful bowel movements. A woman may also suffer pain in the abdomen and lower back.

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

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Breathing problems caused by smoking?

If you are a current, or former smoker, and struggle with chronic cough or shortness of breath, you may have a condition called COPD (also known as Chronic Bronchitis or Emphysema), and you have options.

Right now doctors at Sunstone Medical Research are conducting several clinical research studies for COPD.

Upcoming Trials

These studies are not yet enrolling, but if you would like more information click on Contact Us and join our email or mailing list for future trials.  To subscribe to our mailing list click on the Join Our Study Mailing List link on right side of this page.

  • Uterine Fibroids
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Obesity
  • Insomnia
  • Low Testosterone
  • Digestive Health
  • Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (painful)
  • Chronic Constipation

 

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