Dr. Xiaomei Cong is seeking volunteers to be part of a paid research study. This research is being done at the School of Nursing at UConn Storrs and is evaluating pain associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the effects of a self-management program on symptoms and quality of life. Participation will include completing questionnaires about your symptoms, a sensory examination and providing samples from of cheek swabs, blood and from your stool over 12 weeks.
If you are between the ages of 18-25 years, and were diagnosed with IBS by a healthcare professional, and have access to a computer with internet you may be eligible to participate. You will not be eligible if you are: taking opioids on a regular basis; taking prebiotics, probiotics or antibiotics; have other areas of your body affected by chronic pain; are currently using illegal substances
For more information, please call the IBS RESEARCH STUDY at (860) 486-0592 or email painresearch@uconn.edu
UConn IRB # H16-152 (PI Dr. Xiaomei Cong)
For more information, contact: Center for Advancement in Managing Pain at 860-486-0592