Current Research Studies

eCentreClinica specialist research unit and a not-for-profit initiative within Macquarie University (SydneyAustralia)is offering the Chronic Condition Course via a clinical trial.

The Chronic Conditions Course is an 8-week online psychological program designed to support people in managing the impact of chronic conditions on their day-to-day activities and emotional wellbeing.

The Course is a self-management program that provides good information and supports participants to learn evidence-basedpsychologicalself-management skills. Importantly, we’ve been developing the course over more than 10 years based on feedback from thousands of people living with chronic health conditions (e.g. spinal cord injuriesautoimmune disordersfibromyalgiairritable bowel syndrome).

The goal is to make the course as helpful as possible and make it as freely available as possible.

Eligibility

• Diagnosed with a chronic physical health condition

• 18+ years old

• The chronic physical health condition is impacting their mental health

• Not acutely suicidal or at risk of self-harm

• Can read and understand English

Read more and register on the website: www.ecentreclinic.org/chronic-conditions-course

If you have any questionsfeel free to contact Stefanny at [email protected]

Specialists at The Skin Hospital in Sydney are conducting a study to test a medicine called spesolimab in people with ulcerative pyoderma gangrenosum to see:

• how well spesolimab helps heal ulcers
• how well spesolimab is tolerated
• how spesolimab is taken up in the body
• how spesolimab affects functions and substances of the body
• how the immune systemthe body’s defence systemresponds to spesolimab

Key eligibility criteria:

1. Adult trial participantsaged 18 years+
2. A confirmed diagnosis of ulcerative PG that requires systemic therapy.
3. At least one measurable PG ulcer.
4. At the time of the Screening Visita maximum duration of 6 months since the target ulcer in the current PG episode was diagnosed.

This trial is conducted at The Skin Hospital121 Crown StDarlinghurstNSW2010Australia.

Volunteers receive travel reimbursement.

For further information email [email protected]  or call 02 8651 2043.

The Australian Frailty Network (University of Queensland) is developing a new frailty education website designed for consumerscaregiversand anyone interested in healthy ageing. This website will empower people to prevent and manage frailty through accessible and user-friendly education and resources.

We would like to hear from consumers (people affected by frailtyat risk of experiencing frailtyor interesting in healthy ageing)caregivershealthcare professionalsresearcherseducatorsand peak body/advocacy organisations. Your input will help us to develop an education website that empowers Australians to age well. By completing the surveyyou can go into the draw to receive a gift card.

Please click the link below or scan the QR code to participate in the survey and let us know:

What topics and information you would like included on the website

• Your preferences for design features to make the website easy to use and navigate
• Any other features the website should include
• What we should name the website

https://tinyurl.com/codesignneedssurvey

Information Sheet

Monash University researchers are seeking to explore what people know about the guidelines their health professionals use to guide their health care.

We are inviting anyone who has accessed the Australian health care system (by visiting their doctor or any other health professional – themselves or with a loved one) to share their views in our 5-minute online survey.

We are hoping to have very broad participation in this survey from all communities across Australia. Please consider taking the survey yourself and sharing it with your networks via this link.

Genesis Research Services is exploring whether an investigational biologic drug can improve pain symptoms and limitations of joint function caused by knee osteoarthritis.

This study is to test an investigational medication that could be used to treat painful knee OA. This investigational biologic medication is an intra‑articular (IA) injection (meaning- its injected inside the knee joint)and it may treat your OA painimprove your knee joint functionand potentially delay the progression of your disease.

An “investigational medication,” also called an experimental drugis a substance being studied in clinical trials to assess its safetyeffectivenessand appropriate dosage for treating a specific disease or medical conditionlike OA.

You may be able to take part if you:

• Aged 40-80 years old

• Have experienced moderate to severe pain from osteoarthritis in only one of their knees for 6 months or longer

For further information or to apply for this trial click on the links below.

KOA-25-03 Improving Knee Pain from Osteoarthritis

Join a Clinical Trial – Genesis Research Services

The University of Sydney is conducting a study that aims to co-design an online training module for clinicians on gait retraining interventions for people with knee osteoarthritis. The goal is to develop a gait retraining module tailored to the needs of healthcare providers and OA patientsfacilitating its future implementation in clinical settings.

We are seeking input from physiotherapists and podiatrists who:

• Have at least two years of clinical experienceand
• Have treated individuals with knee osteoarthritis in the past six months.

Participation involves:

• 1st round: Attend a 15-min mini-lecture and in-person focus group interview at the Susan Wakil Health Building (approximately 2 hours)
• 2nd round: Individual follow-up Zoom call (approximately 30 minutes)
• 3rd round: Email feedback (approximately 15 minutes)

Benefits for participants:

• A $100 gift card as reimbursement for their time,
• Complimentary refreshments during the focus group,
• Early access to the gait retraining program and trial version of the online training module.

For further information or to participate please see below-

The University of Queensland Centre for Health System Reform and Integration are seeking dedicated Western Queensland representatives to join a Consumer Advisory Committee for our research project “Alliance for Healthy Ageing”.

This research aims to improve early identification and management of risk of frailty in community-dwelling older adults who live in Western Queensland.

You will play a vital part in ensuring that our research accurately reflects the experiencesopinions and priorities of patients in the community. Your role will include sharing your insights and experiences to help shape the direction of the research project and ensuring that the voices of patients are heard and considered throughout the research process.

Who is it for?
This opportunity would suit people who are interested in research to support healthy ageing. We are looking for non-indigenous adults aged 75 and overand Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander adults aged 55 and overliving across Western Queensland to join the Consumer Advisory Committee.

Time and location
Online meetings and discussions will be held for one hour approximately every 12 weeks to collaborate with researchers and/or healthcare professionals.
Remuneration and support
Online training will be provided by the research team and renumeration for representatives’ time will be provide in the form of gift vouchers.

For further information and how to apply click on the link below.

Information Sheet

The University of Sydney is conducting a research study to understand what Australian consumers with lived experience taking opioid analgesics (pain medicines) think about the priorities regarding a content and format for a development of a new digital opioid tapering decision aid tool. Participants input will help create a digital tool to ensure it is easy to use and it meets their needs.

We are looking for participants who are:

 ·        Aged 18 years or older living in Australia with chronic non-cancer paintaking long-term opioid analgesics (pain medicines) either currentlyor over the last 12-months.

 ·        Willing to take part and participate in a focus group or individual interview. Focus groups will take place via videoconference (Zoom) according to your preferences. The interview will take approximately 45-60 minutes and will be audio-recorded.

Participants will be offered a $50 electronic Gift Card in appreciation of their time.

For further information please email [email protected] or [email protected]

Macquarie University is conducting a study to explore how chronic physical health conditions (such as arthritisendometriosisasthmadiabetes etc.) impact wellbeingmental healthsocial and vocational functioningand access to healthcare among young adults aged 18–29.

Participants will complete an anonymous 30-minute online survey about their experienceswhat supports they find helpfuland what challenges they face. The aim is to inform improvements in health servicespsychological supportand policy for young people living with chronic conditions.

Eligibility criteria:

Participants should be aged 18-29

Living with a chronic physical health condition (lasting 6+ monthsseen a healthcare professional)

Able to read/write in English

See below for further information and how to participate.

Deakin University is inviting caregivers to join a one-hour interview or group online discussion (via Zoom) to talk about your experiences caring for someone with a musculoskeletal condition (like arthritis or back pain).

Your experience matters. Help shape better support and recognition for carers across Australia.

Who can participate?

*Aged 18 or over

*Living in Australia

*Currently caring (unpaid) for someone with a musculoskeletal condition (e.g. arthritischronic back pain)

*Comfortable speaking in English

What’s involved?

*A relaxed one-on-one interview or small focus group (online via Zoom)

*About 60–75 minutes

Interested or have questions?

Contact: Nanati Alemu (Student Researcher)

[email protected]

Your insights will help shape future carer support and health policy.

Researchers from Western Sydney University and the University of Sydney are looking for people with rheumatoid arthritis to take part in a clinical trial on topical cannabidiol (CBD or a type of medicinal cannabis).

Early studies suggest medicinal cannabis may have beneficial effects on pain and function in arthritishowever more research is needed. Topical CBD is applied directly to the skin over painful joints and has several advantages including few side effects. CBD does not contain any of the compounds in cannabis that can cause people to feel “high”therefore using this medication will not affect mental state.

If you have rheumatoid arthritis and have been on stable doses of medication for arthritisthen this study may be suitable for you.

Click on the link below for more information.

Study Information

The Faculty of HealthMedicine and Behavioural SciencesUniversity of Queensland (UQ) are conducting a study as follows:

• • The objective of this study is to clearly identify and categorise the enablers and barriers affecting uptake of biosimilar medicinesand to compare said enablers and barriers specific to Australia against several comparable and top performing countries internationally.
  • The intention of this research is to disseminate through publications in select journals and presentation and appropriate domestic and/or international conferences. A summary of research findings will be sent to each interview participants by emailonce findings are completed by the research team.
  • Results may also inform consultations with select stakeholder meetingssuch as with industryclinicianpharmacyor government stakeholders.

Participants should be aged 18 and over who currently work in the patient advocacy space in Australia to participate in a survey on use and opinions on biologic and biosimilar medicines.

Further details on the study and how to participate can be found by clicking on the following link:

Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management

If you have any questionsplease contact [email protected]

Macquarie University is interested to know if you have heard about MyMedicare.

From 1st October 2023all patients in Australia have been able to register with a preferred general practitioner (GP) or primary care practice in a scheme called MyMedicare if they wish to.

Even if you have not heard of MyMedicarethey would still like to hear about what you think of the scheme and how it might work for you.

Click on the link below for more information and to complete an expression of interest.

MyMedicare Information Sheet

Researchers at the University of Sydney and University of New South Wales are developing a model of care for patients with persistent knee pain after total knee replacement. You are eligible if you have currentlyor previously experienced persistent knee pain 3 months post total knee replacement.

They are interested in eligible patients’ to participate in the projectdrawing on your experience to provide feedback on the proposed model of care before it is implemented in the trialwhether it is positive or negative.

The co-design process includes two interactivevirtual group-based workshops where you will collaborate with researchers and other healthcare professionals to identify key priorities and contribute to the model’s development.

📅 Workshop 1: 10am (AEST) Friday 8^th August 2025

📅 Workshop 2: 9am (AEST) Friday 29^th August 2025

Via: Virtual Zoom Meeting

If you would like to participateplease review the participant information statement (below) and then email [email protected].

Patient Information Statement

If you have any questionsplease do not hesitate to call Dr Giovanni Ferreira (lead investigator) on 02 8627 6691 or email at [email protected].

Learn about ICONIC-PsA 2 research study of an oral investigational medication for adults who have taken a biologic medication for active psoriatic arthritis (PsA).

This study is evaluating an oral investigational medication for adults who have taken a biologic medication for active psoriatic arthritis (PsA).

To qualify for this studyyou must:
• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have been diagnosed with PsA for at least 3 months prior to beginning this study
• Have at least 3 swollen joints and at least 3 tender joints
• Have active plaque psoriasis or nail changes consistent with psoriasis
• Have previously taken 1 biologic medication for PsA or psoriasis

For further information click on the link below-

Information Sheet

The University of Queensland want to hear what you think is important to research about shoulder osteoarthritis.
Shoulder osteoarthritis (OA) impacts many Australians and New Zealanders and causes significant pain. Answer their survey to help change this.

To get involvedyou must:
• Live withor care for someone with shoulder osteoarthritis
• Provide healthcare in shoulder osteoarthritis
• Be over 18 years old
• Live in Australia or New Zealand

For further information click on the links below-

Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management

Information Flyer

Macquarie University Lifespan Health and Wellbeing Research Centre invites you to take part in this research project if you have lived experience with chronic illness. The study aims to understand the relationship between chronic illnesssocial isolationand loneliness. You will be asked to complete a short online screening survey to determine if the study is suitable for you. If you proceedyou will be asked to participate in a 30-45 minute online survey.  

To be eligible to participate you must:  

-Be 60 years and over;  

-Be diagnosed with at least one of the nine common physical chronic diseases (i.e.-arthritisasthmadiabetesback paincancerchronic kidney diseasechronic obstructive pulmonary diseaseosteoporosiscardiovascular disease);  

-Be able to read and write English (to the level of the daily newspaper);  

-Reside in Australia;  

-Not have a cognitive impairment (e.g.due to dementia or brain injury) or significant psychiatric comorbidity (e.g. psychosisdelirium).  

 You do not have to be experiencing loneliness or social isolation to participate.  For further information click on the link below. 

Information Sheet

Researchers from the University of Sydney want to learn more about how and why some people with chronic musculoskeletal pain choose to engage in certain health and wellness practicessuch as mindfulness meditation.

Participate in a 15-minute online survey for a chance to win one of six Prezzee gift vouchers.

For more information please see below.

Researchers at UNSW are conducting a study to understand the effect of 0.1% ciclosporin An eye drops on immune cells at the surface of the eye in people with dry eyes.

All the study medications are approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia to treat Dry Eyes.

You are a potential participant for the study if
*You are above 18 years of age
*You have signs and symptoms of or have already been diagnosed with dry eye disease

Participants will be asked to complete dry eye tests and follow-up visitsif they agree to participate.

For further information please click on the link below.

Participant Information

Researchers at Western Sydney University are looking to explore how pain beliefs and perceptions of individuals with chronic musculoskeletal pain influence the way the body processes pain. This study will help inform the development of treatments.

You can participate if you are:

• Aged between 18-65 years
• Are of Anglo-Australian or Arab background
• Have had musculoskeletal pain for 3 or more months

What will I have to do?

You will be asked to participate in a one off 2-hour session that will include completing demographic questionnairesparticipating in a 1-hour focus group and collecting safenon-invasive sensory tests.

For more information contact [email protected] or scan the QR code on the information sheet below.

The University of South Australia is looking to recruit people with knee osteoarthritis who are thinking about surgery or who have had surgery on their knee.

What will the study involve?

Via an online survey you will be asked a few questions to check that you are eligible to participate and then collect information from you such as your agebiological sexgenderpostcodecountry of birthethnicityoccupationyour motivation for participatingdiagnosis of osteoarthritisother health diagnoses (e.g. mental health diagnosespainful conditionscardiovascular diseaseautismdiabetes etc.)presence (and intensity) of knee painand past/future joint replacement surgeries.

You will then also be asked your thoughts about osteoarthritis and physical activityyour communication and social interaction sand how you are feeling (mood). This will take around 15-20 minutes to complete.

Browse the link below for further information and how to participate.

Information Sheet

Flinders University requests assistance with a research project that aims to improve the nutritional education and support available to older adults with frailty.

 We are conducting a series of interviews with older adults who have accessed an online nutrition educational website. Our goal is to gather their perspectives on the website’s contentlayoutusefulnessand overall value in managing and preventing frailty through good nutrition.

For more information please see below.

The University of Sydney are conducting a research study to better understand whether the sounds that knee’s make is related to other aspects of your knee health. They would like to understand whether seeing an Accredited Exercise Physiology (AEP) alters your perceptions of what advice to engage in exercise can do to your overall knee health.

They are looking for people who would like to see an Exercise Physiologist about their knee health and be interested in chatting about the noises they have in their knees.

For more information about this studyplease email Prof. Jeanette Thom: [email protected] or click on the link below.

Knee Sounds Participant Information

The University of Sydney is exploring experiences of invalidating healthcarethat iswhere someone’s pain is delegitimisednot taken seriouslyor dismissed by a healthcare professional (e.g.“your pain is in your head”) and further understanding in how we can increase validating healthcare for people with chronic pain.

Research has shown that invalidation in healthcare settings is associated with poorer psychosocial outcomes for people with chronic pain symptoms. Subsequentlywe are interested in how we can reduce invalidating care and increase validating care for people with chronic pain in Australia.

The study is looking for responses from adults (18+) managing chronic pain who are receiving their healthcare in Australia. The study would involve a 10-15 minute survey and an optional online interview. 

For further information or to be involved please click on the link below.

Examining validating and invalidating adults with chronic pain

The University of East Anglia (UK) is interested in exploring your experiences of living with a diagnosis of polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR). The purpose of this study is to (a) explore patients ‘lived experience’ of relapse and remission associated with PMR and (b) the clinicians’ perspective about which components are important to define relapse and remission.

You are invited to be involved in this study as your contributions will then inform the development of remission and relapse criteria in PMR that can be used routinely in clinical practice.

This study has important implications for clinical decision-makingtreatment managementand evaluation of treatment outcomes which are important and relevant to patients with PMR and the clinicians that treat them.

Information Sheet-People living with PMR.docx 

If you would like any further informationplease contact Dr Max Yates (Clinical Associate Professor) via email at [email protected]

The Canberra Clinical Phenomics Service is a newly established research laboratory at the Australian National University dedicated to developing new clinical tests for complex immune and inflammatory diseases.

To ensure that the tests are developed with consumers in mindwe are seeking an individual with lived experience of biological DMARD treatment for a position on our Consumer Advisory Board. Please note that EOI’s for this position have now closed. 

Please contact The Canberra Clinical Phenomics Service directly if you would like to know more about the project in general.

Euan McNaughton (Operations Manager)

[email protected]

Have you ever had shoulder pain that has impacted your activities of daily living?

Monash University is seeking people with lived experience of shoulder pain to help prioritise questions that are most important to address in the development of a ‘living’ clinical practice guideline.

This means the guideline will be continually updated as new information emerges.

Taking part involves completing two short online surveys.

For more informationplease see click here or contact Dr Romi Haas- [email protected]

Massey University seeks parents of children aged 5-12 with Juvenile Dermatomyositis in New ZealandAustraliaand the UK for a study on treatment experiences. The research aims to identify areas needing additional support.

Eligibility:
– Parent of a child 5-12 years old with JDM
– Residing in NZAustraliaor UK
– Over 18 years old
– Access to strong internet connection
– English-speaking

Participation involves completing a 20-minute online survey about healthcare experienceswith entrants eligible for a draw to win a $20 gift card as a thank you. Additionallyselect participants may take part in an optional 1-hour interview via Zoom or phonefor which they will receive a $40 voucher.

The study includes a question for children to answer through writing or drawing.

Click on the below to learn more and apply.

Exploring the experience of children and their parents undergoing long term treatment for juvenile dermatomyositis in the public health care system.

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You are invited to participate in a research project being conducted at The Centre for HealthExercise and Sports Medicine at The University of Melbourne.

”What future research on osteoarthritis do you think is most needed?”

For more information and to check eligibility click on the link below.

Research priorities to reduce the individual and societal burden of osteoarthritis in Australia: a research priority setting study (unimelb.edu.au)

A research team from The University of Sydney is conducting a study about the resource needs and support registered healthcare professionals require to deprescribe (reduce) opioid analgesics at transitions of care (the movement between different care settings or providers).

You must be currently practicing in Australia to participate and the research involves the completion of a short survey which will take up to 15 minutes.

Further information and the survey links are below.

Participant Information

Survey Information

Survey of Australian healthcare professionals’ needs and support required to deprescribe opioids at transitions of care (sydney.edu.au)

In partnership with the Queensland University of Technology and Western Sydney Universitywith funding from Arthritis Australiapatients are invited to participate in a research study which aims to optimise pain relief in knee osteoarthritis.

For more information click on the below.

Eligibility

About the trial

Researchers at The University of Sydney are interviewing patients to learn about their experience of persistent pain following total knee replacement.

In Australia70,000 Total Knee Replacements (TKR) are performed every year. While TKR improves overall pain and function1 in 4 patients experience persistent pain after TKR.

Led by University of Sydney and University of New South Wales researchers are developing a model of care for people who have persistent pain after knee replacement surgery – the EPIK model of care. EPIK will identify and treat patientsprimarily via telehealth for scalability and accessibility across Australia.

For more information click on the links below-

Patient Information #1

Patient Information #3

Macquarie University will be conducting focus groups with consumers to identify possible factors that may impact chronic disease outcomessocial isolation and loneliness from a consumers’ perspective.
The end goal of this research stream is to develop an intervention for adults living with chronic disease that targets social isolation and loneliness.

Click on the link below to learn more.

Chronic Diseases Focus Groups Flyer Dates

The TOPAZ Study is evaluating the safety and efficacy of an investigational medicinecompared to a placebo (an inactive substance that looks like and is administered in the same way as the investigational medicine) in people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) while taking their prescribed lupus treatment.

For those still experiencing symptomseven with medication participating in the TOPAZ study may be an option.

The TOPAZ study is for people who are 18 years or olderhave been diagnosed with moderate to severe systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) for at least 6 monthsand are currently receiving non-biologic SLE treatment.

Locations to participate in this study:

1. Royal Prince Alfred HospitalCamperdown NSW 2050

2. Box Hill HospitalBox Hill VIC 3128

3. Fiona Stanley HospitalMurdoch WA 6150

If you reside in NSW and are interested in the TOPAZ studyplease complete a short survey to check if you might be eligible:

We are looking for people with well-controlled Rheumatoid and Psoriatic Arthritis (RA and PsA) on biologic or targeted-synthetic medications. The trial aims to evaluate the efficacy and cost-saving of safely reducing and stopping these drugsand through biobank samples for lab analysis you can help us predict a success or failure of drug reduction in the future.

Who can participate?

You may be eligible to participate in this study if you:

• are aged 18 years or over
• first started any biologic or targeted synthetic Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (b/tsDMARDs) at least 18 months ago
• are in remission or low disease activity and have been stable on DMARD for at least 6 monthsand
• if you are on oral corticosteroidsthe dose is 5mg or less daily of prednisone or equivalent and has been stable for at least 6 months
• are not on an ineligible DMARD medication (e.g. rituximabustekinumab)
• have not had any intravenous (into the blood) or intra-articular (into the joint) corticosteroid injections in the last 6 months
• don’t have concurrent medical conditions that are likely to impact your safety
• are not pregnant
• have not had an investigational new drug within the last 12 weeks

What will you have to do in this study?

You will attend clinic visits in person at a maximum of 8 times in one of our study sites. The dosage will be reduced gradually if you are randomised to a TAPER arm. It will be awesome if you could help with blood and microbiome collections and questionnaires. Travel expenses associated with the visits will be reimbursedin the form of a gift card with $15 each visit.

Contact us

Do you have rheumatoid arthritisand have you ever wondered what the best course of treatment is? What medications should you be takingwhen should they be reviewedwhen should you try something new? Monash University researchers are seeking your health with new research that aims to create consumer-friendly resources that are based on new guidelines.

We are conducting interviews (60 minutes) to gauge people’s understanding of the guidelineswhat you like about themhow you would improve themand how we can best implement them in practice.

This research has been approved by the Monash University Human Research Ethics Committee.

To express interestplease contact Dr Danielle Berkovic ([email protected]) at the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine at Monash University.

Online wellbeing program for young people living with chronic conditions

What is it?

The program has three online modules that teach specific skills to help you cope with everyday challenges. Each module takes 60-90 minutes to complete and can be done at your own pace.

Who can take part? 

You are eligible to participate if you are:

• Aged 16-25
• Live in Australia
• Diagnosed with a long-term health condition

What’s involved?

If you decide to take partyou will choose one of the three modules to complete and provide feedback onalong with completing four short online surveys over one month. Participants may receive a voucher as reimbursement for their time.

For more informationscan the QR code to read the Participant Information Sheet or email [email protected]

Curtin University Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) has approved this study (HREC number 2023-0213). The results of this study will be used by Asha Parkinson to obtain a Doctor of Philosophy.

Pain medicines after total hip or knee replacement

We are interested in understanding what people are considering when deciding what to ask for pain medicine when are they discharged from hospital after a total hip or knee replacement.

Who are we looking for?

We would like to engage with men currently scheduled for or on the waiting list for a total hip or knee replacement surgery.

What will you need to do? 

Complete a brief online survey asking for your consent to join the study and to collect some basic details about you.

One video or telephone interview (20min to 1 hour) at a time convenient to you (with the possibility of a request for a follow up interviewwhich you are not obliged to accept).

Link to the survey: https://redcap.sydney.edu.au/surveys/?s=PACCHJMHPY3L7HLX

Contact us

Email us at [email protected] if you have any questions or if you would like a copy of the participation statement.

Consumers in Basic Science Research Project

This research project aims to explore consumer involvement in pre-clinical research (research before testing the interventions in people)specifically in the field of musculoskeletal conditions. Consumerssuch as people with lived-experience of a musculoskeletal condition and their carers are invited to participate by completing an anonymous online questionnaire. The findings of this study will help understand the current level of consumer involvement and identify opportunities to increase their participation in research.

If you would like to participate in this researchplease click on the link below:

https://uniofqueensland.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0d0xIWpPgxUZfsW

Participants needed:

people with knee arthritis considering keyhole surgery

RECRUITING NOW !

Do you have knee arthritis and are considering arthroscopy (also known as a keyholecleanout or knee scope procedure)?

Would you like to receive information about osteoarthritis that may help you make better decisions about the care you receive?

If soyou may be eligible to participate in the DECIDE study conducted by Monash University and Cabrini Health. In the DECIDE studyyou will be provided with information about osteoarthritis and asked to complete online surveys.

You may eligible if you are:

• 45 years or older
• Diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis
• Considering knee arthroscopy (keyhole surgery)

DECIDE study participants will go into the draw to win a $500 gift voucher. Follow this link to read more and participate in this study: www.decidestudy.com

Alternativelyyou can contact the study team using the details below.

Chief Investigator: Dr Denise O’Connor
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 03 9903 8885