(HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com:

Osteoarthritis of the Knee

This study is evaluating an investigational drug to see if it helps reduce hip or knee pain from arthritis. All study related care is included, and no insurance is required.

The research site is in Phoenix, Ariz.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/osteoarthritis.aspx.

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Skin Pain - Shingles

This study will evaluate whether an investigational medication is effective in treating neuropathic pain.

The research site is in San Antonio, Texas.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/shingles.aspx.

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Chronic Low Back Pain

This study is being conducted for people 18 or older who have chronic low back pain. Participants will see a study doctor, and all study related care is included.

The research site is in Portland, Ore.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/back_pain.aspx.

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