Research & Clinical Trials
New Study:
Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome
LEMS is an autoimmune disorder; this means that
the antibodies that normally help you to fight
infections have started to attack different parts of
your body.
In LEMS, these antibodies attack the ends of the
nerves at your muscles and stop them from
releasing acetylcholine, a messenger that tells
your muscles what to do.
The main symptoms of LEMS are fatigue, muscle
pain and stiffness. It may also cause other problems
such as dry mouth, double vision, drooping of
the eyelids, slurred speech, and difficulty swallowing.
Your participation in this study may help scientists to learn more about
LEMS and how to treat it.
Talk to your doctor today to see
if you may be eligible to participate in the
study.
Visit online resources for information on LEMS,
treatment options and available research studies:
» Download flyer (pdf)
For more information and to see if you qualify, please call Stacy Mano:
The Peripheral Neuropathy Center at Columbia University
Neurological Institute
710 W 168th St, 13th floor
NY, NY 10032
212-305-6035
New Study:
Idiopathic Painful Peripheral Neuropathy
Research Study
If you experience numbness, tingling, burning or pain in your legs,
toes or feet, you may have Peripheral Neuropathy. Our center is
currently looking volunteers to participate in a study of an
investigational medication that may help treat your Painful
Neuropathy.
You may be eligible to participate if you:
- Are between the ages of 18-80
- Have had symptoms of peripheral neuropathy for at least 6
months, caused by a neuropathy not caused by diabetes or other
defined causes
- Have moderately severe pain
- Are in otherwise good health
» Click here for additional information.
For more information and to see if you qualify, please call:
The Peripheral Neuropathy Center at Columbia University
Neurological Institute
710 W 168th St, 13th floor
NY, NY 10032
212-305-6035
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