Volunteer places on a new clinical trial that aims to trial an investigational medication for Diabetic Neuropathic Pain have become available.

In the UK, neuropathic pain is present in 10% of the general population with symptoms including a burning, stabbing, prickling or aching sensation in the legs or feet. Diabetic neuropathy occurs in people living with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and in some cases can be incredibly debilitating.

Doctors at one of the UK’s leading clinical trial organisations, MAC Clinical Research, are looking for volunteers to take part in the trial, which will investigate a study medication that could potentially reduce inflammation that triggers the pain associated with diabetic neuropathy. 

“Diabetic neuropathy affects as many as 50% of people living with diabetes. Its progress can be slowed or even prevented through consistent blood sugar management and a healthy, balanced lifestyle, but it remains incredibly important that treatments are developed to reduce the pain for those living with it,” said Dr Chloe Theodorou at MAC Clinical Research.

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For those interested in taking part in the trial, they must meet a set inclusion criteria:

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Living with type 1 or type 2 Diabetes
  • Have diabetic neuropathic pain for at least six months
  • Be on stable antidiabetic treatment for at least 3 months

Other criteria will apply.

The study will run for 16 weeks and will take place at MAC’s clinics in Teesside and Greater Manchester. Volunteers will be reimbursed for their time, depending on amount of study visits, plus travel expenses or transport will be provided.

Participants will also receive a full health screening, with all results being sent to their physician or GP.

To find out more, and help discover potentially life-changing new treatments, visit: researchforyou.co.uk

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