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MindMate works at the forefront of clinical research. You can help medical researchers find more effective treatments for Crohn's or ulcerative colitis by participating in a clinical trial near you. MindMate works with internationally-recognized research organizations to find better treatments and search for cures.
Why should I participate in a clinical trial?
About clinical trials
Clinical trials are the backbone of modern medicine!
Without them, there are no further advancements in
medicine. Clinical trials are a crucial step in testing
the safety and effectiveness of new treatments,
diagogstic methods, devices or surgical procedures
for a wide range of health conditions. And, they can
also research methods for improving the quality of
life for people who live with chronic illnesses.
What should I expect?
When deciding to join a clinical trial, there are usually a range of benefits, but also risks. Generally, you should consider time commitment of a clinical trials (how many visits are required?), reimbursements for
your travel and time (cash/vouchers), and understand
the risks. Please keep in mind that you're not a "guinea
pig" and only in very rare cases volunteers may
experience side effects that require medical attention.
Don't forget: you will also help others through
participating and help yourself as you're getting access
to the latest treatments methods before others.
Why are clinical trials important?
Without clinical trials, there won't be better treatment
options, no better ways to diagnose illnesses, or even
better ways to prevent illnesses altogether! Clinical
trials help researchers to understand if new drugs,
treatments, devices or diagnostic methods work in
the way they should and are safe. When you decide
to participate in a clinical trial, there will be a whole
care team who cares about your health and
wellbeing. And unlike popular belief, you won't be
treated as a "guinea pig".
Interested in joining a clinical trial in your area? Find out if you qualify for one of the studies we are working with.
Make a difference for you and millions of other
Volunteering in a clinical trial is a big
decision. While being part of research
study, you will receive regular and careful
medical attention from a research team,
you may benefit from the latest treatment
methods long before it's available to the
public and you may be helping millions of
other patients. Why? Because clinical trials
are the only way to bring often live-saving
treatments to market! Be a hero!
Participate in clinical trials in your area!
Don't take it from us, see what patients are saying
Hillary P.
Clinical trials patient, 2018
When my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's I felt like the whole world was collapsing.
My sister and I were splitting caregiver duties for her, but it was still a lot of physical and mental stress. I heard about a clinical study that was researching caregiver burden and increasing the quality of life of family caregivers.
Participating in that study was a blessing. I learned so much about selfceare and I am still benefitting from the study even one year after completion.
Sean B.
Clinical trials patient, 2019
As many men my age, I was struggling with decreasing testosterone levels and everything that entails this condition: mood changes, hair loss, weight gain. I felt tired all day, and tried many conventional things and therapies but nothing worked. I decided to participate in a clinical trial, mostly because I was desperate. I was able to try new cutting-edge treatments. What can I say? I got my live back and finally feel myself again.
Conny W.
Clinical trials patient, 2019
As many men my age, I was struggling with decreasing testosterone levels and everything that entails this condition: mood changes, hair loss, weight gain. I felt tired all day, and tried many conventional things and therapies but nothing worked. I decided to participate in a clinical trial, mostly because I was desperate. I was able to try new cutting-edge treatments. What can I say? I got my live back and finally feel myself again.
Interested in joining a clinical trial in your area?
Find out if your qualify.
About Clinical Trials - Frequently Asked Questions
What is a clinical trial?
A clinical trial helps researchers to understand if a new drug, a new combination of drugs, surgical procedure, medical device, diagnostic method, prevention method or other treatment is effective for a specific health condition, and is safe to use.
Why are clinical trials important?
What is expected of me when I participate in a clinical trial?
What does it mean to volunteer in a clinical trial?
Where do I find clinical trials?
You can find clinical trials directly via www.clinicaltrials.gov, but you can also sign up with Citruslabs and we automatically match you with a clinical trial in your area that fits your needs.
What are the different steps involved to participate in a clinical trial? What are the different types of clinical trials?
Once you passed the screening, the site will invite you to join the clinical trial and needs you to sign an informed consent form to do this. The informed consent form gives you all the information about the purpose of the clinical trial, benefits and potential risks, and helps you to better understand what to expect when you participate in this specific trial.
What are the benefits of participating in a clinical trial? What are the risks of participating in a clinical trial?
What is a protocol?
A protocol is a central information source and describes the rules of the clinical trial. First, it states why a specific question is researched and how the research team will answer the question; second, it includes information on the specific procedures, which medications will be used (if any), which data analysis methods will be used, possible benefits and risks and possible adverse events, and third, it also tells you who can and cannot participate. A protocol also tells you how the research team will protect the health and wellbeing of the participants.
What is a placebo?
Usually, only blinded trials use a placebo, which is an inactive drug or treatment, sometimes also referred to as a “sugar pill”. If you take the placebo, you are in the control group and the goal behind that is to see how the researched drug or treatment compares to the placebo.
What is informed consent?
If you’re thinking of taking part in a clinical trial, you will likely come across an informed consent form. The informed consent form gives you all the information about the purpose of the clinical trial, benefits and potential risks, which procedures are involved in the trial, your rights and that taking part in research is absolutely your choice. It will help you to better understand what to expect when you participate in this specific trial.
What happens during a phone and on-site screening?
How long does a clinical trial last?
How long a clinical trial lasts depends on the protocol. It usually lasts from six months to 24 months, but can also last shorter or longer. We encourage you to ask this question to the research staff.
Do I get paid to participate in a clinical trial?
Usually, participants in a clinical trial get reimbursed for their travel expenses and time.
Do I have to pay something to participate in a clinical trial?
In some cases, taking part in a clinical trial will not cost you or your insurance company anything. Especially for people in the US, this is good news! However, other studies may bill your insurance company for drugs, the services they provide or the devices that they may hand out to you. There is the possibility that your insurance company may not pay for some or all of the charges and you may receive a bill by the researchers for this. Due to this, it is very important that you look carefully at the informed consent form which will describe any costs to you in great detail. If the information is not clear to you, you should definitely ask a research team to explain the costs to you before you agree to participate in the trial and sign the consent form.
How is the safety of a clinical trial participant protected?
Can I still see my primary care provider?
Clinical trials should be seen as short-term care. Hence, you will in most cases continue to see your primary care provider (pcp), also during your participation in a clinical trial. Your pcp may have even referred you to a clinical trial.
Can I change my mind when I participate in a clinical trial and drop out?
Participating in a clinical trial is 100% your own choice and you should not be forced to participate in a clinical trial. You can also drop out during a clinical trial at any time and should not be forced to continue with the trial if you don’t want to.
Made up your mind already? Then complete our quick survey to see if you qualify for any of the clinical trials we support.
What to learn more about clinical trials participation?
The decision to join a clinical trial is a big one, which should not be rushed. To make the decision easier for you, we compiled a couple of resources for you. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us here.
5 reasons to participate
in a clinical trial
Everything you need to
know about clinical trials
Why should I participate
in a clinical trial?
What is a clinical trial & why should I join?
What are the different
phases of clinical trials?
Why are clinical trials
important?
Who conducts clinical
trials?
Why do people participate
in a clinical trials?
What are the benefits &
risk of participating?
Benefits of clinical trial participation
What am I getting into if I
participate in a trial?
