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Current Studies
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Study Compensation up to
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Arthritis of the Knee (topical gel)
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$100
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Cold with cough (Mucinex)
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$165
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Crohn's Disease
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$1,500
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Diabetes
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$390
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Female Sexual Arousal Disorder/Decreased Sexual Desire
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$900
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Flu Swab/Culture
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$75
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High Cholesterol
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$150
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Meningitis/HPV Vaccine Study (ages 11-16)
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Compensation Provided
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Meningitis/Tdap Vaccine Study (ages 10-12)
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Compensation Provided
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Meningitis/Tdap/HPV Vaccine Study (ages 11-18)
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Compensation Provided
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Migraine
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$250
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Overactive Bladder (OAB)
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$150
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Upcoming Research Studies
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Diabetic Neuropathy
Fibromyalgia with Depression
Indigestion (Probiotic Study)
Low Testosterone (starting Soon)
Opioid Induced Constipation
CONTACT PATTY FEOLE, RN NOW TO PARTICIPATE: 401-739-3573 |
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Migraine Headaches: Frequently Asked Questions
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 Q.) What are migraine headaches? Migraines are disabling headaches that most likely stem from problems with the nerves and blood vessels in the head. Migraine headaches typically last from 4-72 hours. They may occur as often as several times a week to only once a year. Q.) What are the common symptoms of a migraine headache? Although migraine pain usually appears on one side of the head, some people suffer from pain on both sides of the head. Throbbing pain may occur. Most people who get migraines feel nauseated, and many vomit. A lot of people who get migraines become sensitive to light and sensitive to sound.
Q.) What causes migraine headaches? No one fully understands the exact cause(s) of migraine headaches. Many experts think that a migraine begins with abnormal brainstem (a part of the brain) activity that leads to spasm (rapid contraction) of blood vessels in the main part of the brain and the covering of the brain. The first wave of spasm decreases blood supply, which causes the aura that some people experience. After the first spasm, the same arteries become abnormally relaxed, which increases blood flow and gives rise to migraine headache pain.
Certain chemicals normally found in the brain (namely, dopamine and serotonin) may be involved in causing migraines. These chemicals are called neurotransmitters because they transmit signals within the brain. Neurotransmitters can cause blood vessels to act in unusual ways if they are present in abnormal amounts or if the blood vessels are particularly sensitive to them.
Q). Are there certain things that can trigger a migraine headache? Various triggers are thought to bring about migraines in people who have a natural tendency for having migraine headaches. Different people may have different triggers. Certain foods, especially chocolate, cheese, nuts, alcohol, and monosodium glutamate (MSG) can trigger migraines. Missing a meal may bring on a headache. People often have migraines during times of increased emotional or physical stress. Also, birth control pills are a common trigger at the end of the pill cycle.
Q.) How are migraine headaches treated? The following self-help measures may relieve migraine headache pain: Using a cold compress to the area of pain, resting with pillows comfortably supporting the head or neck, resting in a dark/quiet place, avoiding odors, withdrawing from stressful surroundings, sleeping, and drinking a moderate amount of caffeine. Also, taking certain over-the-counter headache remedies, such as aspirin, acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve), and ketoprofen (Orudis) may help to relieve a migraine headache.
When self-help measures are not enough to alleviate a migraine headache there are also prescription medications to treat and prevent migraine headaches.
Omega Medical Research is conducting an investigational study for the treatment of migraine headaches. If you are 18-65 years old and suffer from migraine headaches you may be eligible to participate. Call Patty Feole, RN at 401-739-3573 to see if you qualify for screening! |
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Do You Have Osteoarthritis of the Knee?
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If so, and you are 35 years or older, you may be eligible to participate in a research study of an investigational topical medication for osteoarthritis of the knee.
Study participants will receive:
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Study related physical examination.
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Study related laboratory tests.
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Compensation for time and travel is provided.
For more information please call:
Omega Medical Research at 401-739-3573
www.omegastudies.com |
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Is it a cold or the flu?
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 While a common cold, including chest cold and head cold, can be caused by more than 200 viruses, seasonal flu is caused by either influenza A or B viruses. Cold and flu remedies can usually ease symptoms.
Flu symptoms are usually more severe than cold symptoms and come on quickly. Symptoms of flu include sore throat, fever, headache, muscle aches and soreness, congestion, and cough. Most flu symptoms gradually improve over two to five days, but it's not uncommon to feel run down for a week or more.
Cold symptoms usually begin with a sore throat, which usually goes away after a day or two. Nasal symptoms, runny nose, and congestion follow, along with a cough by the fourth and fifth days. Fever is uncommon in adults, but a slight fever is possible. Children are more likely to have a fever with a cold.
Whichever it may be, cold or flu, Omega Medical Research has a potential study that you may be interested in participating in. If you think you might have the flu there is a research study is to assist in earlier detection of influenza resistant to antiviral medications, which involves the testing of a flu swab/culture. If you think you have the common cold, there is a research study involving the already marketed medication Mucinex.
Please call Patty Feole, RN at 401-739-3573 for more details.
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Call to Action
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Been in a study at Omega Medical Research awhile ago and want to do another study with us? Finishing up a study and want to consider doing another one? Never been in a study and would like to learn more more information?
Call Patty Feole, RN at 401.739.3573 |
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