The Effect of Wet Cupping Therapy on Adult-Onset Asthma: Results of Clinical Trial Overview A clinical trial studied the impact of wet cupping therapy on asthma symptoms in adults. Wet cupping is a traditional Persian method for treating various conditions. Study Details The trial involved 103 asthma patients at Loghman Hakim Hospital in Tehran, Iran.…
Effects of Adding Electro-Massage to Manual Therapy for Myofascial Temporomandibular Pain Summary: Study aimed to determine if adding electro-massage (ES) to manual therapy (MT) is more effective than MT alone for treating myofascial temporomandibular pain. Methodology: 46 participants with myofascial temporomandibular pain were split into two groups. Group 1 received MT on the neck and…
Local Ketorolac Infiltration for Postoperative Pain in Open Trigger Finger Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial Practical Solutions and Value Highlights: Multimodal analgesia is essential for managing postoperative pain effectively in minor hand surgeries, improving patient satisfaction. Local wound infiltration with Ketorolac is suggested as a strategy to manage pain in open trigger finger release surgery.…
Evaluation of Bowel Preparation for Colonoscopy Study Overview A study compared different bowel preparation methods for colonoscopy. It aimed to assess the effectiveness and patient tolerance of low-dose polyethylene glycol (PEG) combined with different doses of linaclotide. Key Findings The 2LPEG + 2L group showed the best bowel cleansing success (92.0%) compared to the other…
CCTA-Guided Invasive Coronary Angiography in Patients With CABG: A Multicenter, Randomized Study Background Coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) is highly accurate in visualizing grafts in patients with prior coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). Invasive coronary angiography (ICA) in these patients is associated with longer procedural time, increased contrast agent use, radiation exposure, and complications compared…
Feasibility, Acceptability, and Preliminary Evaluation of a User Co-Facilitated Psychoeducational Programme BMC Psychiatry. 2024 Sep 16;24(1):615. doi: 10.1186/s12888-024-06015-4. Background: Mental health settings are increasingly using co-facilitation of educational group interventions in collaboration with patient partners and service users. This study aimed to determine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a user co-facilitated psychoeducational group…
Effectiveness of Levidex in Improving Quality of Life for People with Multiple Sclerosis: Results of a Clinical Trial Background Multiple Sclerosis (MS) significantly impacts patients’ quality of life (QoL). Levidex, a digital health application based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles, was tested in a randomized controlled trial to examine its effects on MS-related QoL…
A novel intrauterine estrogen-releasing system for preventing the postoperative recurrence of intrauterine adhesion: a multicenter randomized controlled study Background Previous studies have shown that postoperative oral estrogen or an intrauterine physical barrier could reduce the recurrence of intrauterine adhesion (IUA). Our team designed an intrauterine stent that slowly releases estrogen within the uterine cavity. In…
Study Title: Epigallocatechin gallate enhances sympathetic heart rate variability and decreases blood pressure in obese subjects: a randomized control trial Summary This study investigated the effects of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) on blood pressure (BP) and the autonomic nervous system in obese subjects. The results showed that after 8 weeks of EGCG treatment, systolic blood pressure…
Percentage Area Reduction as a Prognostic Indicator in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment J Wound Care. 2024 Sep 1;33(Sup9):S36-S42 Early indicators of healing are crucial for effective treatment of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). A post hoc analysis of a large multicentre prospective randomized controlled trial revealed that a percentage area reduction (PAR) of >50% at week…
Probing Dermal Immunity to Mycobacteria through a Controlled Human Infection Model Immunohorizons. 2024 Sep 1;8(9):695-711. doi: 10.4049/immunohorizons.2400053. ABSTRACT Cutaneous mycobacterial infections are difficult to diagnose and treat. We conducted a study with 10 participants to understand the dermal immune response to mycobacteria. Participants received 2 × 106 CFUs of Mycobacterium bovis bacillus Calmette-Guérin (Tice strain)…
Mycophenolate Mofetil and New-Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Randomized Clinical Trial Key Findings The study found that early use of mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) alongside prednisone and hydroxychloroquine sulfate reduced the risk of severe flare and incidence of lupus nephritis in patients with new-onset systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and a high titer of anti-double-stranded DNA (dsDNA)…
Study Results: Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Root Block for Cervical Disc Disease Key Findings: Ultrasound-guided selective nerve root block significantly improved pain intensity and neck disability index scores in patients with multilevel cervical disease. Patients in the study group showed a ≥50% reduction in pain scores and a VAS rating of ≤2 at weeks four, eight, and…
The Impact of Diabetes Education on Quality of Life and Treatment Satisfaction Study Details Published in J Prim Care Community Health in 2024, this study aimed to assess the impact of diabetes education on the quality of life and treatment satisfaction of individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Sudan. Methodology The study involved 364…
Quality of Life and Medication Use in Care Home Residents Study Overview People living in care homes often experience pain, anxiety, and depression. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between medication use and the severity of pain, anxiety, and depression, as well as the impact on the quality of life in care home residents.…
Impact of a Multimodal Effort Re-education Programme for Cancer Patients with Dyspnoea Study Overview A study was conducted to test the effectiveness of a re-education programme in improving respiratory symptoms and functionality in cancer patients with dyspnoea. Methodology The study was a randomised experimental trial involving cancer patients from a specific hospital in Spain. Two…
Study Title: Clinical Trial on Ultra-Thin Polyurethane Condoms Published in Reprod Health, 2024 Sep 4;21(1):128 Objective: Evaluate breakage, slippage, and acceptability of two ultra-thin polyurethane condoms against a thin latex condom in a randomized, crossover, non-inferiority study. Design: The study followed ISO 29943-1: 2017 and FDA guidelines, conducted at two Essential Access Health centers in…
Study Results: Novel Elbow Joint Fixation Device Reducing Complications in Brachial Artery Procedures Patients undergoing percutaneous coronary diagnostic or therapeutic procedures through the brachial artery face a higher risk of vascular complications. A randomized study investigated the use of a 3D-printed elbow joint fixation device to reduce postoperative complications in these patients. Results showed that…
Comparison of MRI Cut-offs for Inflammatory Lesions in Axial Spondyloarthritis Background A study compared the established and newly proposed MRI cut-offs for inflammatory lesions in the sacroiliac joints in patients with axial spondyloarthritis. The new cut-offs were preliminarily proposed in 2021. Methods The study used MRI scans from 657 patients to categorize them as MRI-positive…
Study Highlights: 2.6% Benzoyl Peroxide AV Cleanser for Sensitive Skin Effective and Well-Tolerated Treatment for Acne Vulgaris A clinical study evaluated the efficacy and safety of a 2.6% Benzoyl Peroxide (BPO) cleanser designed for sensitive skin in treating mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris (AV). The results showed a significant reduction in AV lesions as early as one…