Clinical trials

“`html Background Children’s ability to use language is crucial for their education and overall development. Aims This study aimed to compare two language programs for preschoolers: Building Early Sentences Therapy (BEST) and Adapted Derbyshire Language Scheme (A-DLS). Methods We conducted a well-organized clinical trial with 20 early years settings, involving 102 children aged 3 to […] ➡️➡️➡️

Nutrients and Female Athletic Performance Hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle can affect female athletes’ physical performance, muscle function, and mental processing, especially before their period. This study looked at how dark chocolate (DC) could help. What is Dark Chocolate Good For? Dark chocolate is rich in beneficial compounds like flavonoids and magnesium. It may […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding Smoking Cessation for Lung Cancer Screening Patients Individuals who have lung cancer screening and continue to smoke face serious health risks. It’s vital to provide them with effective ways to quit smoking. This summary presents findings from a study that tested a smoking cessation program over 8 weeks. Study Overview The study involved 40 […] ➡️➡️➡️

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health The COVID-19 pandemic has increased feelings of depression due to social isolation and less physical activity. This situation highlights the need for easy-to-access remote treatment options for mental health. Overview of the SONRIE Study The SONRIE study looks at a 12-week online program that combines physical exercise […] ➡️➡️➡️

Study Overview This study looked at a new treatment for tracheobronchial tuberculosis (TBTB), combining a procedure called fibro-bronchoscopic cryosurgery with medication. The goal was to see if this approach could help patients more effectively compared to standard treatment alone. Methods In this research, 96 patients diagnosed with TBTB were split into two groups. One group […] ➡️➡️➡️

Background Barth syndrome (BTHS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by changes in the TAFAZZIN (TAZ) gene. The severity of symptoms can vary widely among patients. To help measure these symptoms, researchers created the Barth Syndrome Symptom Assessment (BTHS-SA), a questionnaire that patients fill out to report how they feel. Study Overview This study is […] ➡️➡️➡️

Introduction to Mosunetuzumab Mosunetuzumab is a targeted therapy designed to help the immune system eliminate cancer cells, specifically in patients with a type of blood cancer called relapsed/refractory follicular lymphoma (R/R FL). Study Overview The YO43555 study aimed to evaluate how well mosunetuzumab works, its safety, and how it is processed in the body of […] ➡️➡️➡️

Importance of Evaluating Myocardial Infarction Evaluating patients for heart attacks in emergency departments (EDs) is crucial but can use a lot of resources. New tests, like high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I (hs-cTnI), help quickly determine if a heart attack has occurred, potentially saving healthcare resources. Study Objective The goal of this study was to see if […] ➡️➡️➡️

Introduction This study explores how resistance training and dietary protein affect inflammation in colon cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. It also looks at how inflammation relates to treatment intensity and body composition. Methods A clinical trial involved 174 colon cancer patients. They were divided into two groups: one followed a home-based resistance training program, while the […] ➡️➡️➡️

Background Parents of children with ADHD often face high stress levels, which worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed to see if a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program could help reduce this stress among Chinese parents during the pandemic. Methods This was a pilot study where parents of children aged 3-12 with ADHD were […] ➡️➡️➡️

Study Overview This study explores how a personalized 3D kidney model can help reduce anxiety in patients before kidney surgery. We believe that by better understanding their condition and treatment, patients can feel calmer and more in control. Trial Details The Rein 3D — Anxiety trial involves 234 patients with kidney tumors receiving robot-assisted surgery […] ➡️➡️➡️

Study Overview This study looked at two methods to help patients with a condition called large-angle exotropia, where the eyes drift outward. The methods explored were augmented lateral rectus (LR) muscle recession using hang-back and Z-tenotomy techniques. Study Details A total of 62 patients participated in this clinical trial. They were split into two groups: […] ➡️➡️➡️

Background and Purpose Patients with chronic respiratory disease (CRD) often use their neck muscles for breathing, which can lead to poor posture and reduced muscle efficiency. Improving upper body flexibility and posture can enhance pulmonary rehabilitation (PR). This study investigates whether adding upper body flexibility exercises to PR helps patients improve their breathing, arm strength, […] ➡️➡️➡️

Introduction to the EXERT Study The EXERT study looked at how exercise affects brain health in older adults with mild memory problems. It was a large trial that compared two types of exercise over 18 months. Study Design Participants were divided into two groups: one did moderate to high-intensity aerobic exercise, while the other did […] ➡️➡️➡️

Understanding Blood Pressure Variability and Atrial Fibrillation Key Findings from a Recent Study A recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension examined how fluctuations in blood pressure between doctor visits might relate to the development of atrial fibrillation (AF), a serious heart condition, in patients with high blood pressure (hypertension). This research used […] ➡️➡️➡️

Study Overview This study explored how low-dose morphine affects cortisol levels and breathlessness in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Cortisol is a hormone linked to stress, and understanding its levels can help in managing health outcomes. Study Details The research was part of a larger clinical trial involving 20 mostly female participants who […] ➡️➡️➡️

Importance of Clinical Reasoning in Nursing Nurses must effectively use their clinical reasoning skills, especially in critical care situations like cardiac emergencies. When they’re not able to do this, it can lead to serious patient safety issues. Hence, improving these skills during nursing education is crucial. Study Objectives This study focused on how game-based scenario […] ➡️➡️➡️

Objective This study aimed to assess how effective acupuncture is for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) by using specific techniques in treatment. Methods Patients with RA were selected from our hospital’s rheumatology department between January 2022 and January 2024. They were divided into two groups: one received real acupuncture along with medication, while the other […] ➡️➡️➡️

“`html Introduction Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) during pregnancy can lead to serious health issues for both mothers and babies, as well as increase the risk of acquiring HIV. Therefore, it is crucial to provide STI and HIV services during prenatal care. This study aimed to understand the experiences and motivations of pregnant women who received […] ➡️➡️➡️

Importance of Asthma Monitoring Asthma affects about 7.7% of people in the US and 262 million worldwide. Monitoring symptoms can help manage asthma better, but it’s not widely used. Study Overview This study looked at how a mobile health app for monitoring asthma symptoms affects health outcomes. It took place from July 2020 to March […] ➡️➡️➡️