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Are there any research studies being conducted on the OrthoGlide?

Advanced Bio-Surfaces FAQ's
Marketing clearance was granted by the FDA in February 2006. There are a number of surgeons who are participating in a study to follow their OrthoGlide patients for two years. About ABS • Patient Education • OrthoGlide Products • For Physicians • Press • Events • Physician Locator • Contact Us • Site Map
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What types of research studies are conducted at the CNRC?

Volunteer FAQs
CNRC researchers test theories about nutrition and health that may lead to important changes in the dietary recommendations for millions of Americans. A common type of study involving volunteers is called a "balance study," which determines how much of specific nutrients are absorbed from the diet and utilized by the body. Researchers use this information to learn how gender, age and genetic differences influence nutrient needs.
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QUESTION: Have you conducted any hospital studies?

Ringmaster Rubbing Oil Frequently Asked Questions
ANSWER: Yes! A small study was conducted at Mercy Hospital in Detroit, MI, where patients were washed of Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, and treated with Ringmaster Rubbing Oil. Study results showed improved response and less side affects.
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Where is the legitimate research being conducted?

GWVRP: Document Detail
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) has been awarded $1.2 million in first year funding to establish three CFS Cooperative Research Centers in New Jersey, Massachusetts and Colorado. The centers will conduct basic science and clinical investigations into CFS and allow new theories and observations about the disease to be more easily evaluated.
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Is there research being conducted on rosacea?

Rosacea.org: The National Rosacea Society
The National Rosacea Society has instituted a research grants program to encourage and support scientific investigation into the potential causes and other key aspects of rosacea that may lead to improvement in its treatment, as well as its potential prevention or cure. Information on this program can be found under Research Grants.
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In which research areas are animal studies conducted at Bayer?

Bayer and animal studies - Frequently asked questions
In the areas of health (HealthCare), crop protection (CropScience) and in the departments responsible for environmental matters (Industry Services).
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Why should I participate in research studies?

Arizona Alzheimer's Consortium
Participants volunteer for different reasons. Some volunteer because they want to better their own medical knowledge, while others volunteer because other traditional therapies have failed for them. Many participate hoping that their participation will lead to the approval of future treatments or preventive therapies.
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Are there any studies or research that I can participate in?

Rosacea.org: The National Rosacea Society
As a member of the National Rosacea Society (NRS), from time to time you may be given an opportunity to participate in research to help improve treatment or patient care. If you have not done so, this is one more reason to join the NRS today.
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What do recent research studies indicate?

PC(USA) - National Health Ministries: Alzheimer's Disease Fr...
Subjects in midlife who had both a high systolic blood pressure and a high serum cholesterol level had an even greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease—between 2.5 and 3.5 times that of those with normal values for both measurements. Even borderline high systolic blood pressure (140-159 mm Hg) proved to have a higher risk.
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How is research conducted at Penn?

Frequently Asked Questions
Federal regulations govern the conduct of clinical trials. Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) are independent university committees empowered by the government to review, approve, or deny clinical trials. At Penn, IRBs are part of the Office of Regulatory Affairs whose web site is listed below for more information. Additionally, Penn has its own institutional departments and committees that also oversee clinical trials that involve human subjects.
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How much research has been conducted?

ZOLL Lifecor - LifeVest
The LifeVest has been extensively tested and researched throughout Europe and the US. The US trials were comprised of 17 major medical centers throughout the country, 289 patients and were conducted over a three-year time span. For more information, read our Clinical Trials. Yes. The Food and Drug Administration approved the use of the LifeVest WCD 2000 for the US in December of 2001 and approved for the next generation LifeVest WCD 3000 for the US in October of 2002.
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Lycopene.org - Q&A
Current studies are looking at the relationship between dietary lycopene, oxidative stress and cancer risk. The studies will further examine the role of lycopene as an antioxidant in preventing cancers of the breast, prostate, colon, cervix, lung, skin, and digestive tract as well as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and aging degenerative diseases of the eye.
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Mobile Phone Mast & Radio Base Station Frequently Asked ...
Although concluding that mobile phones and base stations do not adversely effect human health, the Stewart Report called for a precautionary approach until gaps in scientific knowledge are filled. The operators backed this call and are now funding half of a three-year £7.4 million independent research programme into mobile phones and health. Details of the programme can be found at www.mthr.org.uk
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What kinds of studies are being conducted at OUHSC?

Participant Outreach
For reading material on Human Subject Research, the manual “Protecting Study Volunteers” by Dunn & Chadwick is also recommended.
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What kinds of studies are being conducted that I might be eligible for?

FAQ - Myotonic Dystrophy & FSHD Registry
The Registry assists with two primary types of studies, those needing anonymous (deidentified) data based on the information contained in the data base or by assisting with subject recruitment for a particular study. example of anonymous data that may be requested is the approximate length of time it takes from the time a person begins to show symptoms of one of these diseases to the time they received a diagnosis. For this type of question, members would not be contacted directly.
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Have clinical studies been conducted for astaxanthin?

Astaxanthin - Frequently Asked Questions
There have been numerous preclinical in vivo and in vitro studies and several human clinical trials to evaluate the efficacy of astaxanthin. A double-blind, placebo-controlled study demonstrated that astaxanthin was found to significantly increase strength and endurance. Another clinical study shows that astaxanthin alleviates symptoms in patients with H. pylori (pre-ulcer indigestion). A third clinical study demonstrated bioavailability in humans.
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What clinical studies were conducted for Rozerem?

Rozerem-FAQs About Treating Insomnia With Rozerem
More than 4,000 patients have received Rozerem in clinical studies. The Insomnia Development Program for Rozerem included 42 clinical studies involving subjects from the United States, Canada, Europe, and Japan. Learn more about the Rozerem clinical studies.[2]
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Research FAQ What types of studies are currently available?

Arizona Alzheimer's Consortium
New studies will continue to be added over time, but the current studies available include three main categories:
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Is There Any Research or Studies On Reflexology?

RACT - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
There have been many recent studies to validate the effectiveness of Reflexology in the U.S. and around the world. China, Denmark, Japan, and Great Britain, for example, are a few countries where Reflexology is widely used as an accepted form of medical treatment. Some recent studies include: One of the first published studies in Obstetric and Gynecology Journal for Premenstral Symptoms (PMS) by Bill Flocco of the American Academy of Reflexology.
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What kind of research is conducted in HSLS?

Hearing Speech and Language Sciences - Frequently Asked Ques...
There are a variety of research projects that have been initiated in the department. One project involved development and assessment of a computer program that employs ASL to promote speech and reading in deaf children. The Rehabilitation Engineering and Research Center (RERC) is a funded center whose goal is to conduct research programs that provide technological solutions for accessibility.
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Where has clinical research on BioFlex been conducted?

Aegis Laser Therapeutics Inc. FAQ Page
Several controlled studies have been conducted since 1996 using the BioFlex Professional System. Two of these involved experimental models of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) and Rheumatoid Arthritis. The results of both studies showed BioFlex producing significant, positive effects on these disorders. A synopsis of these studies is available. Meditech has embarked on an extensive program of Beta Testing of the BioFlex user protocols.
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What have the clinical studies Neova has conducted shown?

Neova Frequently Asked Questions
Clinical studies have demonstrated the many benefits of GHK Copper Peptide Complex including decreased skin blotchiness, decreased fine lines and wrinkles and in increase in skin firmness and tone. Each achievement was also achieved without irritation.
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Have randomized clinical trial studies been conducted on these treatments?

The TMJ Association, Ltd. Changing The Face of TMJ
Your health care provider should answer these questions in language you understand. If you don't understand any part of a discussion with your health care professional, it is important to ask him or her to explain it again in more simple terms. If your provider will not answer these questions, find one who will. You must be your own health care advocate. Because research has yet to understand the cause and course of TMJ diseases, few treatments have been scientifically validated.
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Will Phase 2b/Phase 3 studies be conducted internationally?

PTC Therapeutics
Based on the results of the evolving Phase 2a data and data from the long-term safety studies in animals, we are in discussions with investigators, patient advocacy organizations, regulatory authorities, and potential collaborators regarding the conduct of additional trials in several regions of the world. Once a clinical trial is initiated, important information is made available at www.clinicaltrials.gov. PTC sends updates via email about our trials and other news about PTC.
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What clinical studies have been conducted on AUDICOR®?

Inovise::
Since first being introduced in 2003, several clinical studies have been conducted investigating AUDICOR® technology. Topics of interest include the prevalence of abnormal heart sounds, the diagnostic and prognostic usefulness of heart sounds in heart failure and acute coronary syndrome, the effects of pharmacologic treatment on the presence or absence of the third heart sound, and the monitoring of cardiac function resulting from changes in synchronization therapy.
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What clinical studies have been conducted with the System?

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From February 2004 through November 2004, a study was conducted to determine whether or not delivery of hemodialysis with the NxStage System One in the home and in-center settings is equivalent on a per-treatment basis. The protocol for this study was approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) study. The study was conducted at 6 centers. 32 patients were enrolled, and 25 patients completed the study.
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