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Arthritis, Rheumatoid Clinical Trial in Ann Arbor, MI

Access cutting-edge arthritis, rheumatoid treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Ann Arbor. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Michigan

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Ann Arbor

    Convenient for MI residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Ann Arbor site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Arthritis, Rheumatoid Study in Ann Arbor

The purpose of this feasibility study is to determine if a new emerging technology called photoacoustic tomography (PAT) can be adapted for use in humans for the detection of chronic rheumatoid arthritis.

Sponsor: University of Michigan

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Men and women 18 years of age or older can participate in this study.
Patients can participate in this study if they have had rheumatoid arthritis for more than 2 years and their rheumatologist has referred them to this study.
Patients can participate as a healthy volunteer with a known history of rheumatoid arthritis.

Exclusion Criteria

Patients, who have electrically, magnetically or mechanically activated implants such as heart pacemaker, magnetic surgical clips, prostheses or implanted neurological stimulator.
Pregnant patients.
Patients who is claustrophobic.
Patients with impaired renal function cannot participate in this study such as elevate creatinine clearance, patients on kidney dialysis etc.
Patients with shock hypotension or unstable low blood pressure.
Patients with Rhabdomyolysis.
Patients who have had a contrast enhanced (with gadolinium) MRA (magnetic resonance angiography)/ or MRI within the last 3 months. (Contrast is a medication injected into a vein during a imaging examination that helps produce clearer images/pictures).

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Ann Arbor?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT00748254) has an active research site in Ann Arbor, MI that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Arthritis, Rheumatoid Treatment Options in Ann Arbor, MI

If you're searching for arthritis, rheumatoid treatment options in Ann Arbor, MI, this clinical trial (NCT00748254) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Ann Arbor research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced arthritis, rheumatoid specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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