Clinical trials

Understanding the Trial Results This clinical trial looked at two treatments for hair loss, specifically androgenetic alopecia (AGA), which is a common type of hair loss. The treatments tested were: PRP Injections: These involve taking a small amount of your blood, processing it to concentrate the platelets, and injecting it back into your scalp. Microneedling: […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at pain levels after dental retreatment using two different techniques: rotary files and reciprocating files. Both methods were used in a single visit for patients with and without symptoms. What Worked? Both techniques resulted in low levels of pain. Patients found single-visit retreatment to be effective and comfortable. […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding the Study Results This study looked at two ways to manage pain after breast cancer surgery: using an erector spinae plane block (ESPB) and using tramadol, a common pain medicine. Here’s what they found: What Worked? The ESPB method helped reduce pain after surgery and lowered the need for opioids (strong painkillers). Patients who […] ➡️➡️➡️

Overview of the Study This study looked at how a web-based program for monitoring symptoms can help patients with pre-capillary pulmonary hypertension (PH). This disease causes high blood pressure in the lungs and can lead to serious health issues. The program aimed to help patients manage their symptoms better and avoid emergency room visits. Main […] ➡️➡️➡️

Main Findings of the Study The study tested a new facial mask with special ingredients to help skin recover after a treatment called photorejuvenation. Photorejuvenation often makes the skin irritated and sensitive, but this mask showed promising results in helping the skin heal. What Worked? Improved Skin Hydration: The mask increased moisture in the skin. […] ➡️➡️➡️

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 […] ➡️➡️➡️