There have been several new drugs developed that have the potential to significantly reduce joint pain and inflammation. But there is a flaw.
When injected at the joint, the body quickly clears it away. This results in reduced effectiveness and the need for frequent injections.
What if there was a way to make these injections time-released? Duke University, with the help of Arthritis foundation funding, is developing a way to do just that.
Researchers at Duke are developing a biologically-based gel that can:
- Be injected at the joint as a liquid
- Form into a gel at the targeted location
- Provide long-term delivery of the medication
- Exit the body in a safe manner
I recently toured the research facility at Duke University and discussed the on-going arthritis-related work with several of the researchers. I was able to see a demonstration of the gel I discuss in this post.
If you know someone who is seriously affected by osteoarthritis, you understand how life changing this research can be. This is one of the many reasons I support the Arthritis Foundation.
Please support my efforts to help the Arthritis Foundation fight arthritis. Go to my Richmond Arthritis Walk fundraising page at http://www.charitywalksblog.com/arthritiswalk and make a contribution.
Thanks,
I hope that this research is going to be success. And I will definitely support your efforts to help the Arthritis Foundation fight arthritis. God bless you…
I am very happy with the development and research on drugs. Given this new research will allow the patient’s recovery would be optimal. I hope there will continue to study drug like this that will help treat many patients who are ill.
Patients who have arthritis to be exact, but you’re right. Further studies on developing new drugs will certainly help these patients feel better.
It is great to hear about new developments in the healthcare industry. Such products would help in relieving the patients from painful conditions like arthritis.
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