Sent on behalf of Dr. Rowe, for patients close enough to travel to/from Baltimore
“We are actively recruiting patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome who might be interested in participating in a study we have been conducting. We are in our final 2 months of the study.
The study examines ways in which the nervous system might get sensitized in those with CFS, and involves a single visit to the Johns Hopkins Bayview campus for a half day, along with a follow-up phone call about symptoms the next day. Participants complete several questionnaires about baseline symptoms (about 45 min), have measurements of range of motion of the limbs, pain threshold measurements, as well as a Holter monitor [clarification from Denise – the Holter monitor is used only during the on-site portion of the study] to look at heart rate variability.
Individuals are then randomized to a neuromuscular strain for 15 minutes (we hold their leg elevated at a point where they feel stretch but not pain) or a more modest leg strain. People can remain on their usual medications, but we want them to skip short-acting morning medications like midodrine, atenolol, stimulants, etc., on the day of the test. We are mainly looking for those with CFS between the ages of 18-50 years, with at least moderate symptoms consistent with CFS (no “cured” CFS patients). People with both CFS and fibromyalgia are eligible, but they have to meet the CFS criteria. The study procedures have been well tolerated. Participants are not likely to gain anything individually from participating, but we do compensate them $100 for their time.
Anyone who is interested or would like to find out more can e-mail Malini Moni, the study research assistant. Her e-mail is mmoni2@jhmi.edu.
Peter C. Rowe, MD”
TAKE PART IN A RESEARCH STUDY ON CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME
We are recruiting individuals to participate in a research study to learn if there are any differences in the way people withchronic fatigue syndrome respond to a particular type of physical examination.
WHO: Individuals, age 16-50, with chronic fatigue syndrome
WHAT: A single 2-hour study visit and a follow-up phone call on the day after the study visit. You will complete some questionnaires and brief physical exams while having your blood pressure and heart rate measured.
WHERE: The Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
BENEFIT/RISK: There are no direct medical benefits or significant risks for participating in this study.
COMPENSATION: $100
CONTACT: Malini Moni: (410) 550-9826
Mmoni2@jhmi.edu
Peter C. Rowe, MD, Principal Investigator (NA_00042806)
Research funded by the CFIDS Association of America
“We are actively recruiting patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome who might be interested in participating in a study we have been conducting. We are in our final 2 months of the study.
The study examines ways in which the nervous system might get sensitized in those with CFS, and involves a single visit to the Johns Hopkins Bayview campus for a half day, along with a follow-up phone call about symptoms the next day. Participants complete several questionnaires about baseline symptoms (about 45 min), have measurements of range of motion of the limbs, pain threshold measurements, as well as a Holter monitor [clarification from Denise – the Holter monitor is used only during the on-site portion of the study] to look at heart rate variability.
Individuals are then randomized to a neuromuscular strain for 15 minutes (we hold their leg elevated at a point where they feel stretch but not pain) or a more modest leg strain. People can remain on their usual medications, but we want them to skip short-acting morning medications like midodrine, atenolol, stimulants, etc., on the day of the test. We are mainly looking for those with CFS between the ages of 18-50 years, with at least moderate symptoms consistent with CFS (no “cured” CFS patients). People with both CFS and fibromyalgia are eligible, but they have to meet the CFS criteria. The study procedures have been well tolerated. Participants are not likely to gain anything individually from participating, but we do compensate them $100 for their time.
Anyone who is interested or would like to find out more can e-mail Malini Moni, the study research assistant. Her e-mail is mmoni2@jhmi.edu.
Peter C. Rowe, MD”
TAKE PART IN A RESEARCH STUDY ON CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME
We are recruiting individuals to participate in a research study to learn if there are any differences in the way people withchronic fatigue syndrome respond to a particular type of physical examination.
WHO: Individuals, age 16-50, with chronic fatigue syndrome
WHAT: A single 2-hour study visit and a follow-up phone call on the day after the study visit. You will complete some questionnaires and brief physical exams while having your blood pressure and heart rate measured.
WHERE: The Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
BENEFIT/RISK: There are no direct medical benefits or significant risks for participating in this study.
COMPENSATION: $100
CONTACT: Malini Moni: (410) 550-9826
Mmoni2@jhmi.edu
Peter C. Rowe, MD, Principal Investigator (NA_00042806)
Research funded by the CFIDS Association of America