Publications by authors named "Ruth D Rodriguez"
Background: Underrepresentation of diverse populations in clinical trials poses challenges to equity and external validity in health care research. To successfully recruit underrepresented participants in pragmatic clinical trials, researchers must understand the perspectives and needs of individuals from diverse backgrounds who participate in research.
Objective: The purpose of this qualitative study was to gain an understanding of the needs and perspectives of participants of the OPTIMUM trial -- a pragmatic trial evaluating mindfulness-based stress reduction for chronic low back pain.
Exploring the contribution of genetics on the clinical manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus.
Best Pract Res Clin Rheumatol
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that affects multiple organs, with varying symptoms influenced by genetic factors.
- Recent research has identified key genetic variants and pathways that contribute to common manifestations like renal, neuropsychiatric, and cardiovascular issues.
- Understanding these genetic components can improve risk assessment, treatment customization, and overall knowledge of the disease's complexity.
Integrating a Community Advisory Board Into a Pragmatic Trial of Mindfulness for Chronic Low Back Pain.
Glob Adv Integr Med Health
February 2024
Background: To improve the implementation of clinical trial interventions, there is a need to facilitate communication between key stakeholders and research teams. Community Advisory Boards (CAB) bring together a range of stakeholders not historically included in the research process to inform and work collaboratively with research teams.
Objective: To describe our procedures and processes for (1) integration of a CAB into a pragmatic clinical trial of a telehealth-delivered group mindfulness program for persons with chronic low back pain (cLBP) within primary care, and (2) for the rapid uptake and implementation of CAB recommendations.