http://www.ccnm.edu/arthritis
Status:
Recruiting
Area of Study:
Chronic Pain, Arthritis
Description of Research Study:
Osteoarthritis
is a common, chronic joint condition that involves pain, stiffness and
inflammation. This study is investigating the effectiveness of a natural
cream at improving symptoms of arthritis of the knee.
The cream contains rutin, a citrus flavonoid glycoside, and avocado and
soybean phytosterols, which have anti-inflammatory properties. The
study consists of 2 parts. The first part is 3 weeks long and placebo
controlled – this means that you may receive the natural cream we are
testing, or you may receive an inactive cream. The second part of the
study is also 3 weeks long and all participants will try the natural
cream.
Participant Responsibilities:
The
study consists of 1 screening visit and 6 follow-up visits at the
clinic, plus the completion of some questionnaires in between visits.
There will be 3 blood samples taken.
You will be provided with a cream to apply twice per day for 6 weeks.
Eligibility Requirements:
*Men or women of any age
*Moderate-to-severe pain of the knee due to arthritis
*Willing to avoid pain medication during the study
*Not planning to become pregnant in the next 2 months
Location of Study:
CCNM, 1255 Sheppard Ave East, Toronto
Start Date:
Sunday, March 1, 2015
Duration:
6 weeks
Remuneration:
$30 per visit (up to $210 total)
mshapoval@ccnm.edu
Diagnosis:
arthritis of the knee joint
Contact:
For more information, contact: Maria Shapoval, ND Study Coordinator Email: mshapoval@ccnm.edu Phone: (
416 498-1255 ext 420).
416 498-1255 ext 420).