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The Center for Pharmaceutical Research

Neuropathic Pain Clinical Research Studies

For Post Herpetic Neuralgia and Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Pain

Do you have Diabetic Neuropathy or Post Shingles Pain

We are currently seeking volunteers with pain for the following clinical studies:

  • Post-herpetic Neuralgia
  • Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain

Neuropathic Pain

Neuropathic pain is a complex, chronic condition in which damage or dysfunction of the nervous system causes chronic pain. As a result, the injured nerves or nerve fibers send improper signals to the body's pain centers.

Symptoms may include:

  • Shooting and burning pain
  • Tingling, burning, or prickling sensation
  • Numbness or insensitivity to pain or temperature
  • Extreme sensitivity to touch, even light touch

Eligibility

Certain requirements must be met to be eligible to participate in a clinical research study. Study participants may receive, at no cost, study related medical care, investigational drugs, and laboratory services.

For more information or to get involved, you may call our office at 816-943-0770 or click below to securely submit your information.
Our team will follow up with you shortly.

Post Herpetic Neuralgia (PHN) Study

You may be eligible to participate if you:

  • Are between 18-85 years of age
  • Have persistent PHN lasting more than 6 months
  • Are able to complete regular diary entries
PHN Study Sign-Up »

Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Pain (DPNP) Study

You may be eligible to participate if you:

  • Are between 18-85 years of age
  • Have moderate or severe DPNP caused by type 1 or type 2 diabetes for at least 6 months
  • Are able to complete regular diary entries
DPNP Study Sign-Up »

About Us:

cpr 25 anniversary sealThe Center for Pharmaceutical Research (CPR) performs clinical research trials and studies for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Medical Director John E. Ervin, M.D. founded CPR in 1986 and has since conducted more than 500 clinical trials. CPR serves the Kansas City community and is located on the St. Joseph Medical Center campus at I-435 and State Line Road (directions).

Study volunteers receive free study-related medical care, medicines, and a monetary stipend to compensate for their time and travel.

We never share or sell any contact information, email addresses, or health information.