Dr M. Trenton

Overview of the Study This study looked at how Tai Chi exercises can help older adults with type 2 diabetes improve their thinking skills. Researchers wanted to see if practicing Tai Chi, with the help of wearable devices, could make a difference in cognitive function and other health areas like sleep and physical activity. What […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at whether taking statins, a type of medication often used to lower cholesterol, could help reduce fat around the kidneys in women with breast cancer who were receiving a specific type of chemotherapy called anthracycline-based chemotherapy. What Worked? Women who took statins had less fat around their kidneys […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at why some people with emotional disorders stop their treatment early or don’t see any improvement after treatment. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Some people did benefit from the Unified Protocol (UP) treatment, which is a group therapy approach. Understanding personal factors like emotional control and personality […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Effects of Aquatic Exercise for People with Type 2 Diabetes This study looked at how a five-week aquatic exercise program could help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood pressure and improve their overall health. What Did the Study Find? Participants joined either an exercise group or a control group. Both groups […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how Mat Pilates can help breast cancer survivors who are receiving hormone therapy. The goal was to see if Pilates could improve their balance and control of their body movements. What Worked? Breast cancer survivors who participated in Mat Pilates showed better balance over 24 weeks. Specifically, […] ➡️➡️➡️

Study Overview This study looked at two types of Pilates exercises—mat Pilates and reformer Pilates—to see which one is better for people with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), a type of arthritis that affects the spine. What Worked? Both Pilates methods helped improve the health of participants, but reformer Pilates was found to be more effective in: […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how selenium, a mineral important for health, affects patients with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, a common cause of hypothyroidism. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Selenium Intake: Patients who took selenium showed a significant decrease in a harmful substance in the blood called malondialdehyde (MDA). Improved Hemoglobin Levels: There […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study on Chronic Overlapping Pain Conditions This study looked at veterans with chronic pain, focusing on those with Chronic Overlapping Pain Conditions (COPCs). Here’s what the findings mean for patients and clinics. What Are Chronic Overlapping Pain Conditions (COPCs)? COPCs are a group of pain disorders that may share similar causes. They are […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how well gabapentin works alone compared to a combination of gabapentin and pregabalin for treating postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), a type of pain that can occur after shingles. Here’s what the results mean for patients and clinics: What Worked? The combination of gabapentin and pregabalin (GBP group) reduced […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how drinking casein-enriched milk (CEM) at different times (before sleep vs. during the day) affects people after they have weight-loss surgery called sleeve gastrectomy (SG). Here’s what we found: What Worked? People who drank CEM either before sleep or during the day showed an increase in handgrip […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at two types of training for robotic surgery using the da Vinci Surgical System: dual-console training and single-console training. Here’s what we found: What Worked? The dual-console training helped doctors perform surgeries more safely and efficiently. Doctors using dual-console training made fewer mistakes and had better skills in […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study on Transcranial Photobiomodulation This study looked at a new treatment called transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBM) for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) due to Alzheimer’s disease. This treatment uses infrared light to help improve brain function. What Worked? The study found that using the tPBM device at home helped improve cognitive function in […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at a new treatment for patients with glioblastoma (GBM), a type of brain cancer. The treatment involved using a personalized vaccine made from the patient’s own immune cells and tumor cells. Here’s what we found: What Worked? The vaccine was well-tolerated by patients, meaning most people did not […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the SINEMA Trial Results The SINEMA trial tested a new way to manage strokes in rural China using mobile health technology. This method helped doctors provide better care to patients and showed promising results. What Worked? The SINEMA intervention significantly lowered blood pressure in stroke patients. It helped reduce the number of deaths among […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study This study looked at a new way to treat depression using a method called high-definition transcranial direct current stimulation (HD-tDCS). This method sends a small electric current to the brain to help improve mood. What Worked? Participants who received active HD-tDCS therapy showed a significant improvement in their mood compared to those […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at a new treatment called ivarmacitinib for people with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD), a skin condition that causes intense itching. The main goal was to see how quickly relieving itch could improve patients’ lives. What Worked? Patients who felt relief from itching early (within 4 weeks) showed better […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Trial Results This study looked at how different methods of sealing teeth after root canal treatment affect pain levels after the procedure. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Most patients experienced low to moderate pain after the treatment. Using the CeraSeal sealer resulted in less pain compared to the AH Plus sealer. Patients […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how patients with chronic coronary disease and angina (chest pain) felt over time after receiving two different types of treatments: invasive (surgery or procedures) and conservative (medications and lifestyle changes). Here’s what we found: What Worked? Patients who had invasive treatment often saw their angina symptoms improve […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the NeoVas Trial Results The NeoVas trial studied a new heart artery device called a bioresorbable scaffold. This device is made from a material that dissolves over time, unlike traditional stents that stay in the body. The goal was to compare the long-term effects of this new device with a standard one made of […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at how teledermatology consultations (TCs) can help general practitioners (GPs) in Germany learn and improve their skills in diagnosing and treating skin conditions. Here’s what we found: What Worked? Two-thirds of GPs found TCs helpful for making better diagnoses and treatment plans. More than half of the GPs […] ➡️➡️➡️