Clinical Trials Update: May 28, 2009
May 29 -- (HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of CenterWatch and ClinicalConnection.com:
Sprains
If you have a history of ankle sprains, have weak ankles, and have not sprained your ankle in the previous six weeks, you may qualify for this study.
The research site is in Lexington, Ky.
More information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=579.
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Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
If you have diabetes mellitus, type 2, and are currently taking a stable dose of metformin, you may be eligible for this study.
The research site is in Colorado Springs, Colo.
More information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=603.
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Alzheimer's Disease
If you have a diagnosis of possible Alzheimer's disease, you may qualify for this study.
The research site is in Lake Charles, La.
More information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=11.
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Fibromyalgia
This study is evaluating an FDA approved prescription drug for fibromyalgia. You may qualify if you have widespread muscle or joint pain, excessive fatigue and trouble sleeping.
The research site is in Portland, Ore.
More information
Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/fibromyalgia.aspx.
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Diabetic Erectile Dysfunction
This study is for a fast-acting medication for erectile dysfunction in men with diabetes. The four-month study requires five clinic visits.
The research site is in Sacramento, Calif.
More information
Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/erectile_dysfunction.aspx.
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Pediatric Acid Reflux
This study is looking for children between 12 and 17 who have acid reflux, indigestion or heartburn. Children must weigh at least 66 pounds to qualify.
The research site is in Cypress, Calif.
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