Recruiting studies
Knee Pain Due to Osteoarthritis and Obesity or being Overweight
Study
Knee Pain and Weight Management: Participate in our Clinical Study
Climbing stairs, getting up from a chair, or simply walking for a few minutes… When your knee hurts, even the simplest everyday activities become a challenge.
If you experience significant knee pain, be aware that excess weight is a major factor that increases the pressure on this joint.
The Study's Objective
The research team is preparing a clinical study to evaluate an investigational weight management treatment. The goal is to analyze how this approach can support people suffering from knee pain.
What participating in this study means:
- Specialized support: You will have access to a nutritionist throughout the study.
- Medical supervision: You will receive close monitoring and supervision from our healthcare professionals.
- Contribution to science: Your participation actively contributes to the advancement of medical research.
- No cost: The follow-ups and examinations required by the study protocol are offered free of charge to the participant.
- Compensation: Financial compensation is provided to cover your time and travel expenses.
Eligibility and voluntary participation
Participation in this research is entirely voluntary. You may withdraw from the study at any time, without providing a reason. Each participant is evaluated individually.
To be eligible, you must:
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Have significant knee pain (no formal diagnosis of osteoarthritis is required).
- Have a body mass index (BMI) of at least 27 kg/m².
Want more information?
Our recruitment team is available to answer your questions and help you calculate your BMI if needed.
I want to apply to this clinical study
Participate in the study of Québec Participate in the study of Victoriaville
For more information, contact us at
581 477-3439 (Québec), 819 260-1172 (Victoriaville)
or at 1-844-739-3439 (toll free), or fill the online form.
The study process in pictures
Explanation
Step 1 | Before starting the study, we will take time to fully explain the selection process and the conduct of the study by phone.
Meeting
Step 2 | After the initial phone interview, if you are still interested in taking part in a study, we schedule a preliminary meeting with you during which you may ask all the questions you wish and take the time you require to read over the consent form. This form explains, in detail, the different stages of each study.
Decision
Step 3 | You may make a decision at that time to move forward with or terminate the selection process. However, you are under no obligation to make an immediate decision. Based on briefing content, you may take the time necessary to come to a decision and consult with your personal physician or loved ones.
Tests
Step 4 | Depending on the nature of the study, some tests or medical examinations may be required. In the majority of cases, these tests or examinations are conducted on Diex Research premises based on your individual availability.
Departure
Step 5 | If you are eligible, you may then begin a clinical study with us.
