Many patients are unaware of the vast array of treatment options that are available for them today through clinical trials. Many hold the misconception that participation in a clinical trial is a risky venture that will leave them vulnerable to additional side effects, complications and reduce their health. Some also perceive that because the compound or drug is not currently on the market, it’s not as effective as what’s available today, or hasn’t been tested for any great length of time with definitive results to match its claims or effectiveness.

It’s time to set all misconceptions aside and consider the various treatment options which may exist for your particular condition.

Clinical trials are critical in order to develop more effective treatments for our health conditions. You would not be able to receive the treatments and medications that you depend upon today if patients before you had not participated in clinical trials which developed and approved those treatments and medications. The opportunity exists to improve your condition by participating in a clinical trial, and you can be proud of the fact that you’re helping to improve the health of future generations, such as your children, grandchildren or someone you know and love.

So the next time you’re sitting in a physician’s waiting room reading an outdated magazine, stop to consider your health and treatment options. Ask your physician if they’re participating in an EntraLogix clinical trial for the condition you’re concerned about and what options might exist for you to explore. It’s your health.