InstantForum.NET v4.1.4Arthritis Foundation Forumhttp://arthritisfoundation.portspaces.com/forums/sitehelp@arthritis.orgWed, 08 Feb 2012 08:42:29 GMT20http://arthritisfoundation.portspaces.com/forums/Topic4496722-1995-1.aspxMy name is Laura Miller and I am a French-English translator specializing in medical and pharmaceutical translation. I work for the MAPI Institute, an international company that specializes in the translation and linguistic validation of patient-reported and clinical assessments. I am currently the project manager for an adaptation of a 7-question questionnaire for rheumatoid arthritis patients. The questionnaire has been translated from French into UK English, and then adapted into US English. As part of the Quality Assurance process, I now need to interview 5 patients with rheumatoid arthritis about the questionnaire (i.e. is it clear, easy to understand, etc.). The only information the client needs is the patient's age, gender and education level. Your name, address, social security number, etc. is not required. My youngest brother, who has rheumatoid arthritis, has volunteered to be one of my interviewees, I am looking for four more. The interview can be done over the phone. Attached is a letter from the MAPI Institute with a more detailed explanation. I need to have the interviews completed by December 8th, so if you would be willing to be interviewed, please contact me at LoriLMiller@roadrunner.com. Thank you!Tue, 22 Nov 2011 22:37:35 GMTLori Millerhttp://arthritisfoundation.portspaces.com/forums/Topic4486277-1995-1.aspxInterface Analysis Associates, a Bay Area consumer research firm, is looking for individuals who have been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis to participate in an upcoming paid research study on Friday,August 26th at our facility in Cupertino.The study involves a new drug delivery device. You will learn to use the device and provide feedback on the experience. Note, the study is completely non-invasive, so you will never actually take any medication, just learn how the device works.Each study session will take about 30 minutes and you will receive [b]$100[/b] for your time.To pre-qualify, you must:1. Be diagnosed with Rheumatoid ArthritisIf you or someone you know is interested in participating, please contact us at 408-834-8443 or email us @ iaa_research@yahoo.com. In your email, [b]please include "August RA Study" in the subject line[/b] and provide your full name and your daytime phone number so that we can contact you about the study.We look forward to hearing from you!Thanks!Interface Analysis Associates@IAA_Researchhttp://www.facebook.com/interfaceanalysishttp://www.interface-analysis.comFri, 19 Aug 2011 13:20:02 GMTIAA Researchhttp://arthritisfoundation.portspaces.com/forums/Topic4482982-1995-1.aspx[b]** ATTENTION - RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS NEEDED ** 1. Are you a woman who has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia? 2. Are you at least 18 years of age or older?[/b] If you answered yes to these 2 questions, your participation is needed to help expand our understanding of the impact that early childhood experiences may have on fibromyalgia symptoms in adulthood. My name is Nichole A. Duarte and I am currently collecting data for my dissertation study. My study is an investigation of the impact of childhood experiences on fibromyalgia symptoms in adulthood. The following link is an invitation for you to participate in my study. If you are interested in participating, please click on the link below and complete the online survey. The online survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. The study is completely confidential and only the researcher will have access to the information from the online survey. All of the information that you provide in the survey will be secure and kept confidential through a password protected and encrypted web-based system. In appreciation for your time and effort, you will earn at least 1 entry (2 entries if you complete all of the survey questions) into a raffle for a $100.00 cash prize. Click on the following direct link to the online survey (or copy and paste this link into your browser): https://alliant.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_eDtdWPbVfl279pq Alternatively you can email the researcher to request a link to the online survey at fibromyalgiastudy2011@gmail.com Should you have any questions regarding this study, or you have any technical difficulties accessing the online survey, please contact Nichole A. Duarte at (310) 592-9937 between the hours of 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, for more information (please leave your email address or phone number when leaving a message). Feel free to forward this email to friends, family members, or colleagues who may be interested in participating in this study. Thank you in advance for your time, your participation is greatly appreciated. Regards, Nichole A. Duarte, M.A., BCIA-C Clinical Psychology Ph.D. Program California School of Professional Psychology Alliant International University, San DiegoSat, 23 Jul 2011 01:52:56 GMTNichole Duartehttp://arthritisfoundation.portspaces.com/forums/Topic4239210-1995-1.aspx[size=2][font=Verdana]The Arthritis Foundation is the only national, voluntary health agency seeking the causes, cures, preventions and treatments for the more than 100 forms of arthritis. The Foundation has 150 chapters and service points nationwide to provide community-based programs and to raise funds.By Volunteering with the Arthritis Foundation, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of 46 million adults and the nearly 300,000 children living with arthritis. As an Arthritis Foundation volunteer, you can use your talents and experience to make a vital difference in your community.Sign up to be a Volunteer today! To find a volunteer opportunity that's right for you use our VolunteerMatch search menu to locate local opportunities in your community.[url=http://www.arthritis.org/volunteer.php]Search for Volunteer Opportunities here.[/url][/font][/size] Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:13:40 GMTAF Dudehttp://arthritisfoundation.portspaces.com/forums/Topic4441470-1995-1.aspx[size=3][b]Share your Insights and Earn Rewards![/b][/size][size=2]A well-respected pharmaceutical company wants to gain insights from individuals managing rheumatic conditions and invites you to share your opinions about unmet treatment needs and other health topics in a private, online community. If you are selected to join this community, we ask that you login and contribute your thoughts (via surveys, discussions, etc.) an average of 5-15 minutes per week at whatever time is convenient for you. In addition to providing your feedback and building relationships with other members, [b]you will receive an honorarium[/b], in the form of[i] [b]monthly Amazon e-certificates[/b], [/i]in exchange for your participation in community research activities that is considered appropriate, fair and reasonable.Please click the following link to see if you qualify.[/size] [b][size=3]http://mayweask.com/ra3[/size][/b]Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:48:50 GMTJohn Keeterhttp://arthritisfoundation.portspaces.com/forums/Topic4247988-1995-1.aspxMy company, Interface Analysis, is conducting an important (non-invasive) consumer research study involving patients (with conditions such as Rheumatoid Arthritis & Psoriatic Arthritis) who use Enbrel. The study will be conducted in our Cupertino/San Jose, CA research facility. Each session will run 25 minutes long and pays $50 cash. Those who participate will be asked to provide feedback about a new drug delivery device – they will NOT be asked to poke or prod their body; we will simply ask to perform a mock injection on a skin pad with some form of injection device.Study sessions are available Monday, November 2nd and Tuesday, November 3rd between 8am-5pm.To initially qualify for this study you must:1. Take Enbrel via injection2. Be between the ages of 18-70.3. Be able to walk up a flight of stairs on your own (as our facility is located on the 2nd floor and do not have a ramp or elevator)If you or someone you know meets the requirements listed above, please CALL us at 408-834-8443 or send an email to iaa_research@yahoo.com. Use the study code “RA Study” when referring to the study.Please include your name and day time phone number so someone can call you to discuss your participation.IAA has been conducting consumer research at their Cupertino location since 1993. http://www.interface-analysis.comWed, 21 Oct 2009 12:38:41 GMTIAA Researchhttp://arthritisfoundation.portspaces.com/forums/Topic4182188-1995-1.aspxDoes anyone know when the arthritis walk happens in Palm Springs, CA? I want to volunteer this year and need to know which dates. Thanks, BKThu, 29 Jan 2009 04:16:09 GMTInCogNeato