A Clinical Trial (or Research Study) is a controlled, multi-phase process that evaluates the safety, efficacy, and effectiveness of a new intervention, treatment, or approach that addresses a medical condition or disorder. In broad terms, a trial would follow these phases:
- Phase 1: The objective is to establish the initial feasibility and refine the protocols.
- Phase 2: The objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention and further refine the methods.
- Phase 3: The objective is to confirm the long-term effectiveness and applicability of the intervention in a diverse population.
- Phase 4: After completing phases 1-3, the objective is to monitor the continued effectiveness and gather data on real-world applications post-intervention.
