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CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU


Xtampza ER Study for Adults Who Have Difficulty Swallowing Pills

Do you take a prescribed opioid medication for chronic pain and are age 21-70? Do you have trouble swallowing pills? If so, you may be able to take part in a research study to find out if a pain medication called Xtampza ER is easier to swallow. Participants must be current patients of a UPMC Pain Medicine Clinic, or be willing to schedule an appointment with this clinic. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   21 - 70

Duration DURATION:  6 weeks
VISITS:  4 visits
Location LOCATION:  UPMC Pain Medicine Clinic - Centre Commons 5750 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206


Pain Diary Applications

Are you a UPMC Pain Medicine patient with chronic pain that has lasted more than 6 months? If so, you may be eligible to complete a 5 minute online survey to help researchers gather feedback about the usefulness of smartphone apps designed to help manage chronic pain. Participants will be entered into a random drawing for a gift card.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration DURATION:  About 5 minutes
Location LOCATION:  Online only


All of Us Pennsylvania Research Program

You may be able to change the future of medicine. The All of Us PA Research Program is enrolling adults 18 years of age or older. This may be your chance to improve how your children and your children’s children receive medical care.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration VISITS:  one initial visit
Location LOCATION:  University Center, Aiken Medical Building, Monroeville Urgent Care, UPMC Montefiore CTRC & St. Clair Commons, Bethel Park


StopRA

Are you interested in finding out what your risk is for developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study to see if medication used daily for 1 year in those with high-risk of developing RA can stop or delay the onset of RA. Participants will undergo a blood draw to determine eligibility. Participation lasts up to 3 years. Compensation is provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration DURATION:  up to 3 years

MyPaTH Story Booth

Researchers are looking for volunteers to share a personal story about their experience as an individual facing a health problem or accessing the health system. Individuals could also share their experience as a caregiver for someone who is ill.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration VISITS:  1 visit lasting 20 minutes
Location LOCATION:  Falk Medical Building (Oakland), or by phone


Total Knee Replacement Study - Racial Differences

Scheduled for total knee replacement surgery? If you are African American or Caucasian; non-Hispanic, you may be able to be in a research study comparing physical therapy and post-op function. Participants complete simple questionnaires via phone or U.S. Mail before and after surgery. Optional focus group. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration VISITS:  Varies
Location LOCATION:  Oakland



RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:
  Bones, Joints, and Muscles

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