Current Research Studies — https://www.painresearchcentre.org/

Pain Hormone Study

In this study, we are examining the relationship between pain sensitivity and endocannabinoids. For this study you will complete sensory testing and an MRI scan (approximately 4 hours, $125 compensation). This study involves three blood draws. We are looking for healthy participants between the ages of 21 to 45.

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For more information or if you're interested in participating, please email our research team at moayedi.lab@utoronto.ca.

Pain Cognition Study

We are examining how being in pain affects brain functioning during a cognitive task. This study consists of 2 sessions at the University of Toronto St. George campus: a training session (1.5 hours), and an experimental session (2.5 hours). You can be compensated up to $100 in total.

For more information or if you're interested in participating, please email our research team at moayedi.lab@utoronto.ca.

TMD Study

In this study, we are examining the differences in people with TMD pain, compared to people without TMD pain. This study consists of 1 session held at the University of Toronto (approximately 3 hours) followed by 1 session whereby you'll receive an MRI scan (approximately 1 hour). You can be compensated $170 for this study.

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For more information or if you're interested in participating, please email our research team at cioffilab@utoronto.ca.

Screen Time Study

In this study, we are examining whether there is an association between screen time and oral behaviours, such as jaw clenching, in adults 18-45 years of age. The study includes two parts, an online 10-minute survey, and a 100-minute session at our research lab. Participants will be compensated up to $30 for their participation.

If you have any questions or are interested in participating, please email cioffilab@utoronto.ca.

Thermal Perception Study

In this study we are examining your perception to different temperatures. For this study you would come in for a singular study session that would last approximately an hour and be compensated $25.

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If you have any questions or are interested in participating, please email moayedi.lab@utoronto.ca

rPMS Study

We are currently recruiting participants for a study that is investigating whether magnetic stimulation on the arm can affect how you feel pain. For this study, you would come in for 2 sessions (approximately an hour each) and be compensated up to $95 for the completion of both sessions.