Research and Trials

Efficacy and Safety of Zoledronic Acid for the Treatment of Osteoporosis in Men
Bone 01 Jan 2013

Efficacy and Safety of Zoledronic Acid for the Treatment of Osteoporosis in Men

The goal of this study is to determine the effectiveness and safety of an annual intravenous treatment of zoledronic acid for the treatment of osteoporosis in men. All patients will receive calcium and vitamin D supplements. Official Title Efficacy and Safety of Zoledronic Acid for the Treatment of Osteoporosis in…
Bone 01 Jan 2013

Abatacept in the Treatment and Prevention of Active Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Flares in Combination With Prednisone

The purpose of this clinical research study is to learn whether Abatacept can treat and prevent lupus flares; specifically, active lupus flares in at least one of three organ systems: skin (discoid lesions), inflammation of the lining of the heart (pericarditis), or inflammation of the lining of the lung (pleuritis/pleurisy);…
Bone 01 Jan 2013

A Study of Monthly Risedronate for Osteoporosis

The purpose of this trial is to study the efficacy of a single-dose monthly dosing regimen as compared to the standard daily dosing regimen of risedronate 5 mg daily. Official Title A Phase III, Multicenter, Double-Blind, Randomized, Active-Controlled, Parallel Group, Non-Inferiority Study Comparing 150 mg Risedronate Monthly With 5 mg…
Bone 01 Jan 2013

Objectives Study in Rheumatoid Arthritis (The OSRA Study)

Rheumatoid synovitis causes largely irreversible damage to cartilage, bone and ligaments. Drug therapy aims to provide symptomatic relief but more importantly to suppress synovitis, or ‘disease activity’, in the hope that this will limit joint damage. Total elimination of disease is a challenging target in any patient and almost unachievable…
Bone 01 Jan 2013

A Study of the Safety and Efficacy of Intravenous CNTO 148 (Golimumab) in Patients With Active Rheumatoid Arthritis Despite Methotrexate Therapy

The primary purpose of this study is to assess the clinical effectiveness and safety of intravenous (IV- injection directly into the vein) golimumab infusions every 12 weeks in patients with active rheumatoid arthritis (RA) despite current MTX treatment. The secondary objectives of this study are to evaluate the effects on…
Bone 01 Jan 2013

PRECISION : Prospective Randomized Evaluation of Celecoxib Integrated Safety vs Ibuprofen Or Naproxen

To answer the question of overall benefit: risk of celecoxib when compared to two most commonly prescribe traditional (non-selective) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in the treatment of arthritis pain. For this purpose, patients with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis with or at risk of developing cardiovascular disease will be recruited. The…
Bone 01 Jan 2013

Study Evaluating Etanercept and Sulphasalazine in Ankylosing Spondylitis

The purpose of this study is to compare the efficacy of etanercept and sulphasalazine in the treatment of Ankylosing Spondylitis. Official Title A Randomized, Double-Blind Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Etanercept and Sulphasalazine in Subjects With Ankylosing Spondylitis Conditions Ankylosing Spondylitis Study Type Interventional Study Design Treatment,…
Bone 01 Jan 2013

Tai Chi or Hydrotherapy for People With Osteoarthritis of the Hip(s) or Knee(s)

The aim of this study is to determine, in the framework of a randomized controlled clinical trial, whether Tai Chi can affect measurable improvements in self-reported outcomes such as pain, physical function and psychological well-being in people with osteoarthritis (OA) mainly affecting the hips or knees. The effectiveness of Tai…
Bone 01 Jan 2013

A Clinical Study in the Use of Orthotics in Treating Pain in the Front of the Knee

This project will conduct a randomised clinical trial to evaluate the relative benefits of orthotics as the sole treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome and also when combined with physiotherapy. Factors associated with predicting the results of orthotic therapy will be studied to see if there are any tests that a…