People with RA required for a research project in the South West looking at the use of inhalers.

NRAS are pleased to support this research project.

People with RA living near Bath needed to help research project

About 1 in 6 people with rheumatoid arthritis use an inhaler, because they also have a lung disease. It is thought that they may find it difficult to use their inhaler correctly, but this has not been properly investigated. However, researchers at the University of Bath are now trying to find out which types of inhaler are best for people with rheumatoid arthritis. They need the help of people with rheumatoid arthritis (who have not used an inhaler before) who live near Bath to visit the university during July or August to try out various placebo inhalers. Participants will be given a £5 gift token to thank them for their time and travel expenses will be paid. To find out more, please contact Dr. Matthew Jones, Lecturer in Pharmacy Practice:

> Email: [e-mail]

> Telephone: [phone]

> Post: Department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of Bath, Bath, BA2 7AY.

[Matilda_1922]

What does it involve

I use an inhaler and was diagnosed with RA earlier in the year

[Hidden in reply to Matilda_1922]

I am not fully versed with the actual project may I suggest you contact the investigator directly Dr Matthew Jones- Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]. He will be able to send you more information about what would be involved.

[Hopeful1]

I fear your heading is wrong and misleading . The appeal states that it is for "the help of people with rheumatoid arthritis (who have NOT used an inhaler before) who live near Bath "

[Hidden in reply to Hopeful1]

Yes they are looking for both you're right I shall amend it immediately. thank you