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Kids research study opportunity!

The P.A.I.N Research Group of Boston Children's Hospital is looking for healthy kids and teens to participate in a brain imaging study at BCH in Waltham.

Your child may be eligible if he/she is:

•  Healthy

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•  Not currently on any medications or drugs

•  School-aged to young-adults (8-18)

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•  Right-handed

•  Does not have any metal implants (e.g. braces and permanent retainers)

•  Not claustrophobic

Study visits are up to 3 hours long and take place at Boston Children’s Hospital in Waltham.  Parking is free. 

Volunteers will be compensated up to $120 for their time and receive a picture of their brain. 

By volunteering, participants will be contributing to important medical research on the possible causes of chronic pain in affected children and adolescents.

Interested? Have questions? 

Please contact study coordinators Paul or Melissa:

•  Phone: (781) 216-1199

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