Clinical Trials Update: July 1, 2009

July 2 -- (HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com and CenterWatch:

Low Back Pain

This trial is for people with chronic low back pain. Qualified participants must be at least 18, and have had low back pain for at least three months.

The research site is in New York City.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/back_pain.aspx.

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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

This study is for people with COPD, chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema. The study is testing the long-term safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication.

The research site is in St. Louis, Mo.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/copd.aspx.

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Atrial Fibrillation

This adult study will evaluate the safety and effectiveness of an investigational medication to prevent stroke or blood clots in people with atrial fibrillation or flutter.

The research sites are located nationwide.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/5634.aspx.

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Menopause

If you are an adult woman, you may qualify for this study.

The research site is in Norfolk, Va.

More information

Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=181.