Understanding and improving neuropathy care in Black, low-income communities
Official title: The Flint Neuropathy Study: assessing diagnostic and management gaps in a Black, low-income population
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10849777 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into why many Black, low-income people in Flint, Michigan, aren't getting the right diagnosis and care for neuropathy, and it aims to help doctors improve how they identify and treat this condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $218,267 |
| NIH project number | 5K23NS131444-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10849777 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black individuals over 40 years old who are low-income and may be experiencing symptoms of neuropathy.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of the Black, low-income demographic or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the significant gaps in diagnosing and managing neuropathy among Black, low-income individuals in Flint, Michigan. It aims to identify how many patients are undiagnosed and what factors contribute to this issue. By utilizing computerized clinical decision support systems, the study seeks to enhance the ability of primary care physicians to provide appropriate care and management for neuropathy. The research will involve assessing current practices and then adapting an intervention to improve diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnosis and management of neuropathy, improving the quality of life for affected patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that computerized clinical decision support systems can effectively improve diagnosis and management in various healthcare settings, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Elafros, Melissa — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Elafros, Melissa
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.