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Do you have knee arthritis?

Volunteers are needed for a sleep and sensory testing study. Researchers at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine are looking for volunteers to participate in a research study examining the association between sleep and sensory abilities in arthritis.

To participate in this study, you must:

Be 50 years of age or older
Have osteoarthritis of the knee
Have knee pain; and
Either have trouble sleeping or be a good sleeper

This study involves:

Two sleep studies conducted in your home
Sensory testing at Johns Hopkins

All examinations, parking and tests are provided at no cost. Participants will be compenstated up to $110.

For more information on the study or to see if you are eligible please call 410-550-9057 or visit our website http://www.sleeplessinbaltimore.com/

PI: Michael T. Smith, Ph.D.
Protocol: NA_00011802
11.25.2008

Do you have Knee Arthritis and Insomnia?

Volunteers are needed for a research study to evaluate a new sleeping medication in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee.

To participate in this study, you must:

Have knee arthritis
Have trouble sleeping for at least 6 monthsBe 18- 64 years old
Be 18 - 64 years old

Examinations, parking, and study pills are provided at no cost. Participants will be compensated up to $300.

For more information on the study or to see if you are eligible please call 410-550-7999 or visit our website http://www.sleeplessinbaltimore.com/

PI: Michael T. Smith, Ph.D.
Protocol: NA_00001703
02.25.2008

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