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While randomizing patients into a clinical trial is a key part of advancing medical breakthroughs, reaching adequate patient enrollment numbers still poses a challenge for sponsors, sites, and research staff. It is not uncommon for trials to close due to a lack of enrollment, which results in significant costs, wasted resources, and stifled research advancement.

In order to connect people with medical research opportunities, it is important to understand what motivates patients to participate in clinical trials. We asked 4,000 volunteers and caregivers to gain insight into their motivation for clinical trial participation. Here’s what we learned.

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition associated with the gradual denigration of cartilage in the joints — and while it can occur anywhere in the body, the knee is one of the most common areas impacted. Current research estimates that 46% of people will develop knee OA in their lifetime.

Creating clinical trial marketing materials is a delicate balance — it's important to craft outreach that connects with patients and care partners, but it’s also important to adhere to the guidelines set out by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to receive the approval of the Internal Review Board (IRB).

Recruiting for a human factor clinical trial has many nuances. At Antidote, we understand that successful outreach campaigns go beyond standard clinical trial marketing strategies, connecting the right patients with the right trial at the right time.

IWRS, IVRS, and IRT systems are an important part of the clinical research process, as they are used to manage patient enrollment, randomization, drug supply, reporting, and more during clinical trials.

To successfully advertise a clinical trial, it is important to create materials that engage patients and adhere to the strict guidelines of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in equal measure. It can be challenging to come up with creative and captivating material within these confines, but by developing a strategic advertising plan, it’s possible to find the appropriate balance.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a medical condition that occurs when the kidneys experience a gradual loss of functioning that inhibits their ability to filter blood. It is estimated to impact over 37 million Americans, and millions more are at an increased risk.

Effective clinical trial project management is vital for keeping studies on time and on budget., and project management skills are key to doing this successfully. While many project management skills can be learned on the job, clinical research project managers may find formal training programs to be highly beneficial.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to a group of disorders that affect the heart and blood vessels. Heart diseases are the leading cause of death in the United States, and it is estimated that a CVD-related fatality happens every 34 seconds.