Topic Explanation
The discussion revolves around a clinical trial for a product called OstoRing. The original poster is inquiring if anyone on the forum is participating in the trial, indicating that it is currently seeking participants. The OstoRing appears to be a product related to ostomy care, and the trial seems to have had previous iterations in 2021 and 2022.
Advice and Insights from Replies
1. Trial Status and Participation Requirements:
- It's unclear if the current trial is officially listed as there is no information on clinicaltrials.gov regarding a new trial. Previous trials required participants to be using specific ostomy systems, such as the Hollister 2-piece systems.
- The trial has specific participation criteria, which might exclude some potential participants. It's advisable to check directly with the organizers or the mentioned company, StealthBelt, for the most accurate and updated trial information.
2. Personal Experiences and Benefits:
- One participant shared a positive experience from participating in the OstoRing study in May 2024, noting a significant improvement in the duration their pouch could be worn, extending from every two days to every five days. This individual highlighted a dramatic change in their life post-trial, suggesting potential benefits of the OstoRing for those with similar ostomy issues.
3. Communication Issues:
- There was a mention of communication problems with TPS clinical trials, indicating that they might have stopped communicating and possibly cancelled a trial without notification. This could be a point of concern for potential participants regarding the reliability and transparency of the trial process.
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