Please note: This trial has finished recruiting and is not accepting new participants.

Research Center: Valley Institute of Research
Location: 1821 Sesame Dr. Suite 2 Harlingen, TX 78550
Lead Doctor: Dr. Samuel Landero
IRB Committee: This study has been reviewed and approved by the Advarra Institutional Review Board

Background

Osteoporosis occurs when bones slowly lose minerals such as calcium and phosphorus. As a result, bones become brittle and susceptible to fractures, even from a minor bump.

Currently, there is an approved treatment for postmenopausal women with osteoporosis at high risk for fracture in the form of a daily injection. A group of researchers in Texas are evaluating whether it’s possible to safely and effectively deliver an investigational formulation of that drug in the form of a wearable patch.

This research study seeks postmenopausal women who currently suffer from osteoporosis. Participants are required to attend 17 study visits at the research site over a 16-month period and will be compensated up to $1,626 for participating in this study.

Why Participate? 

• You may experience an increase in bone mineral density.
• You may lessen your chance of experiencing a fracture.
• You may help improve the quality of life of other osteoporosis patients.
• You will be compensated up to $1,626 for participating in this study.
• You will be helping to advance osteoporosis medical research.

Your Rights

• If you decide to participate in the study and later feel that you no longer wish to be part of it, you may withdraw at any time.
• Your records relating to this study and any other information received will be kept confidential, except as required by law.
• Qualified health professionals will monitor your health as it relates to the study.

Who Can Participate?

• Postmenopausal women aged 50-85
• Have been postmenopausal for at least 5 years
• Able to attend 17 study visits at the research site over approximately 16 months