Study on South African Adolescence Group Sleep Intervention (SAASI) for PTSD Background Trauma exposure and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are significant issues among South African adolescents. Sleep disturbances are common in individuals dealing with PTSD. This study aimed to investigate the feasibility and initial effectiveness of the South African Adolescence Group Sleep Intervention on PTSD […] ➡️➡️➡️
Digital Therapeutics for Visual Field Defects After Stroke: A Clinical Trial Introduction After a stroke, visual field defects (VFDs) can severely impact a person’s quality of life. A new approach called visual perceptual learning (VPL) using digital therapeutics has shown promise in restoring visual field sensitivity. This clinical trial aimed to assess the effectiveness and […] ➡️➡️➡️
4-Aminopyridine Treatment for Nerve Injury after Prostate Surgery Background Prostate cancer is a common and serious condition for men. Surgery to remove the prostate can lead to urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction due to nerve injury. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of 4-aminopyridine (4AP) in improving these functions after surgery. Methods This study […] ➡️➡️➡️
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy vs. Medication for Fibromyalgia in Adults with Childhood Sexual Abuse: Clinical Trial Results Key Findings: Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a chronic pain condition often linked to childhood sexual abuse (CSA). This study compared hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to standard medications for CSA-related FMS. Results showed that HBOT led to significant improvements in […] ➡️➡️➡️
Clinical Value of Single-Projection Angiography-Derived FFR in Noninfarct-Related Artery Summary The study evaluated the diagnostic accuracy of the Murray law-based quantitative flow ratio (μFR) and the safety of deferring noninfarct-related artery (non-IRA) lesions with μFR >0.80 in acute myocardial infarction (AMI) settings. The results showed that deferred non-IRA with μFR >0.80 had a lower risk […] ➡️➡️➡️
Comparison of Febuxostat and Allopurinol with Low-Purine Diet in Treating Gout Objective To compare the effectiveness of febuxostat with a low-purine diet versus allopurinol with a low-purine diet in treating gout. Methods A study with 98 gout patients compared the two treatments. Patients were evaluated based on joint function, serum uric acid levels, and inflammatory […] ➡️➡️➡️
Protocol for the RAPID-TEST Randomised Controlled Trial Introduction In primary care, antibiotics are often prescribed for respiratory infections without clear benefit, leading to microbial resistance. Point-of-care-tests can provide rapid microbiological results, potentially improving antibiotic use and patient outcomes. However, their impact in primary care is not well understood. Methods This trial involves multiple primary care […] ➡️➡️➡️
Clinical Trial Results: Pessary Self-Management vs. Clinic-Based Care for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Key Findings Self-management was acceptable and cost-effective, leading to fewer complications Quality of life for women with prolapse did not significantly improve or worsen compared with clinic-based care Situational factors impacted adherence and effectiveness in both groups Practical Solutions and Value The self-management […] ➡️➡️➡️
Rationale and design of a double-blinded, randomized placebo-controlled trial of 40 Hz light neurostimulation therapy for depression (FELIX) ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Major depressive disorder (MDD) affects over 300 million people globally, and current treatments rely on trial-and-error. Reliable biomarkers are needed for more informed and personalized treatment solutions. Gamma-frequency brainwaves (30-80 Hz) are potential biomarkers linked […] ➡️➡️➡️
Heat-sensitive moxibustion combined with tropisetron hydrochloride for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: a randomized controlled trial Objective To compare the effectiveness of heat-sensitive moxibustion combined with tropisetron hydrochloride versus tropisetron hydrochloride alone in treating chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV). Methods Sixty CINV patients were randomly divided into two groups. The control group received tropisetron hydrochloride, while […] ➡️➡️➡️
Effectiveness of Movement System Impairment Model in Treating Neck Pain: Clinical Trial Results Background Movement System Impairment (MSI) classification and treatment effectively diagnose and treat individuals with neck pain. Current guidelines lack movement-specific mechanical diagnosis for neck pain management. Purpose This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of the movement system impairment model among neck […] ➡️➡️➡️