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There are few public health and educational policies specifically aimed at promoting physical activity, healthy dietary habits, and reducing sedentary behaviour among adolescents from socially disadvantaged backgrounds. ePro-Schools will co-design, pilot and evaluate an evidence-…

Inguinal hernia is one of the most common surgical pathologies in children, and the minimally invasive percutaneous internal ring suturing (PIRS) technique is widely preferred. By providing effective pain control, nerve blocks reduce postoperative opioid requirements, thereby mi…

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a lifelong condition that affects movement and posture in children, often requiring continuous care from family members. Children with CP frequently experience sleep problems due to spasticity, pain, seizures, or behavioral difficulties. Poor sleep can nega…

The primary objective of this new line of research is to test whether augmenting sensory information from the legs, using Walkasins sensory neuroprosthesis, can enhance performance of a complex walking task in older adults with foot sensory impairment. The overarching hypothesis …

The Importance of Sleep Quality, Anxiety Levels, and Body Image in Burn Patients Sleep quality, anxiety levels, and body image play a significant role in the recovery process and overall quality of life for burn patients. Good sleep supports the body's repair processes, while poo…

1. Objective and Rationale: The study seeks to evaluate how Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation (DRGS) influences autonomic functions in patients suffering from Complex Regional Pain Syndrome type I (CRPS I), offering new metrics beyond pain scores to assess therapeutic efficacy. 2.…

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if the food supplement containing a postbiotic (inanimate) Limosilactobacillus reuteri DSM 17648 works to improve the symptoms of upper gastrointestinal discomfort in healthy adults. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Does L.…

This study is again looking at the use of music and music therapy experiences in navigating depression. The researchers will provide 11 sessions of music therapy and half will be followed by recitals at the Third Street School Music Settlement where the kids enrolled in our study…

This prospective multicenter observational study (NEOBRE-STEP) investigates the impact of daily step counts, measured by Huawei Fit 2 smartwatches, on treatment response in patients with non-metastatic Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2 (HER2)-negative breast cancer undergo…

The purpose of this proof-of-concept study in humans is to determine if a noninvasive, ingestible device, called a "mini-pill", can collect gastrointestinal (GI) luminal content samples from 2 different locations along the GI tract after consumption of diets differing in protein …

Knee osteoarthritis is a common joint disease that causes pain, stiffness, and limitations in daily activities, especially in older adults. Changes in the alignment of the lower limb, called the anatomical axis, can increase the mechanical load on the knee joint and may affect pa…

An international team of experts is working on a project called PrECiSIOn to develop a clear, consistent definition of PPCs. The goals of this study are to: * Define postoperative pulmonary complications in a way that makes sense for patients, families, and healthcare providers.…

After thyroid ablation procedure, the volume of the thyroid nodule (s) needs to be measured to see how well the procedure worked. Currently, these volumes are measured using traditional 2D ultrasound imaging. However, this approach comes with limitations because of the informatio…

The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the acceptability, feasibility, and usability of the iACTforDGBI intervention among patients with Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBI). The main question it aims to answer are: What are the perceptions of patients with DGBI and h…

The purpose of the study was to examine the effects of the technology-enhanced quality physical education (Smart-QPE) lessons on physical activity, cardiorespiratory fitness, social emotional learning (SEL) skills, and mental well-being in school students.

Streptococcal anginosus infections (S. constellatus, S. anginosus, and S. intermedius) are characterized by their severity, linked to high mortality and frequent infectious complications. Several studies in the literature highlight this severity, with mortality rates estimated at…

The goals of this study is to establish the prevalence of severe forms of FCR in the oncology hospital setting, which will require a specific psychotherapeutic response. Two cancer sites are targeted: breast and pulmonary cancers. Secondary objectives include: 1) Determining thre…

Introduction: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is recognized as one of the most relevant conditions worldwide, due to its high morbidity and mortality. Patients classified by GOLD as groups B and E are strongly encouraged to participate in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR…

Shoulder problems are among the most common complications in hemiplegic patients and may impair shoulder biomechanics, negatively affecting mobility, transfers, and self-care. This study aims to investigate whether shoulder problems influence balance in hemiplegic patients after …

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of two different Mulligan mobilization techniques in patients with non-specific low back pain. A total of 30 adults with chronic low back pain will be randomly assigned to three groups: (1) conventional physiotherapy plus hip internal …