The Center for Clinical Research was organized in January 2000 by Dr. Richard L. Rauck. We are a dedicated research facility for all phases of pharmaceutical clinical studies and device related studies. We take pride in conducting high-quality research as well as maintaining the well-being of our patients. The Center for Clinical Research partners with many private companies as well as the largest drug corporations to conduct groundbreaking research.
Our highly trained staff include a recruitment team, a regulatory team, and four study coordinators. The Center for Clinical Research is directed by Dr. Richard L. Rauck, and joined by attending physicians Dr. James North, Dr. Leo Kapural and Dr. Christopher Gilmore, and Dr. Kamal Ajam. These physicians also serve as principal investigators on all of our studies.
Is Residual/Phantom Limb Pain Holding You Back?
Volunteers with non-traumatic lower extremity amputations are needed for participation in a clinical research study.
Doctors and other medical professionals are currently exploring if small electrical pulses can reduce phantom limb and residual limb pain. Electrical stimulation is small pulses of electricity that are sent to different parts of the body to improve function. The electrical stimulation device being researched is an outpatient procedure, so you will be able to go home within that same day.
This study is being conducted to determine if high frequency stimulation can provide pain relief in people with non-traumatic post-amputation pain. You may be eligible to participate in this study if:
There will be no additional costs to you for participating in this research study. You will be compensated for your time.
To learn more, call 336-714-8388
Are you suffering from phantom limb or residual limb pain >4 after a traumatic lower extremity amputation? The Center for Clinical Research has a clinical trial using a stimulator to test treatment for amputee pain! Study-related treatment is of no cost to you, and you could be compensated for your travel pertaining to the clinical trial.
To qualify you must:
If you are currently suffering from abdominal pain and would be interested in learning more about our research study please call 336-714-8388.
The Center for Clinical Research is conducting a research study using a Peripheral Nerve Simulator to test a new treatment option for chronic low back pain patients.
Our well-trained doctors are experts on CRPS and are the Principal Investigators over the study.
Participants must:
For more information, call (336)714-8388.
Have pain and nausea from Diabetic Gastroparesis. The Center for Clinical Research is performing a study that aims to relieve that pain!
Participants must:
For more information, call (336) 714-8388
Do you have sciatica? We are seeking volunteers interested in participating in a clinical study of sciatic joint pain.
Our study uses a clonidine pellet injection that aims to relieve the pain. You will be compensated for your time.
Patients must be:
For more information about this study, please call 336-714-8388.
Do you have low back pain primarily in the L5 region? We are seeking volunteers interested in participating in a clinical study of low back pain.
Our study uses cooled radio-frequency ablation that aims to relieve the pain. You will be compensated for your time.
Patients must be:
For more information about this study, please call 336-714-8388.
Do you have a diagnosis of lumbosacral radiculopathy? We are seeking volunteers interested in participating in a clinical study of lumbosacral radiculopathy.
Our study uses ESI that aims to relieve the pain. You will be compensated for your time.
Patients must be:
For more information about this study, please call 336-714-8388.
Do you have a diagnosis of low back and/or leg pain? We are seeking volunteers interested in participating in a clinical study of low back and/or leg pain with a commercially available SCS trial.
You will be compensated for your time.
Patients must be:
For more information about this study, please call 336-714-8388.
Do you have a diagnosis of chronic, primary axial back pain? We are seeking volunteers interested in participating in a clinical study of chronic primary axial back pain based on consultation with a spine surgeon or neurosurgeon.
Our study uses spinal cord simulation to relieve the pain. You will be compensated for your time.
Patients must be:
For more information about this study, please call 336-714-8388.
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Carolinas Pain Institute
Center for Clinical Research
145 Kimel Park, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
Clinic/Direct: 336.765.6181
Fax: 336.765.8492
If you do not receive a call from the Clinic line within 24 hours, please call 336.659.3099
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