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In literature combined therapy of zinc with S. boulardii in the treatment of acute diarrhea has not been addressed satisfactorily in the recent past. Therefore, this study was planned aiming to compare the mean time taken to resolve diarrhea and the mean time taken to resolve vom…

This randomized, parallel-group clinical trial evaluates a 12-week adapted CrossFit program versus usual activity in community-dwelling older adults. The primary endpoint is change in Timed Up and Go (TUG) from baseline to 12 weeks. Secondary outcomes include Functional Reach (FR…

Lumbar spinal stenosis is a degenerative condition characterized by the narrowing of the space surrounding the neurovascular structures of the lumbar vertebrae, resulting from age-related changes in the intervertebral discs, ligamentum flavum, and facet joints. It commonly causes…

Effect of Virtual Reality Glasses on Pain, Anxiety, and Comfort During ESWL

This study employed a double-arm, pre- and post-test design. Stroke survivors aged 65 or above with post-stroke upper limbs spasticity were recruited from two RCHEs in Hong Kong between February and June 2025, and were divided into control and intervention groups. 10-minute massa…

In this ED-based study, the investigators compared the time to reach target blood pressure (BP) between hypertensive patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) undergoing intravenous (IV) thrombolysis and/or mechanical thrombectomy who received IV nicardipine versus labetalol. Add…

This is a single-group, virtual clinical trial evaluating the effects of a daily dietary supplement (DITTO Cycle Supplement) on menstrual cycle symptoms across three menstrual cycles. The study investigates changes in symptom severity through validated questionnaires including th…

The purpose of this study was to compare the sensitivity and specificity of the Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index (GNRI), Mini Nutritional Assessment Scale-Short Form (mNA-SF) and Systemic Immune-Inflammatory Index (SII) values calculated in the preoperative evaluation in patients…

This study explores an intervention to support people in Israel who are living with chronic health conditions such as cancer or after kidney transplantation. It focuses on a well-known international program called the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP), which was dev…

Background Chronic metatarsalgia (CM) causes significant pain and disability, affecting quality of life. Foot orthoses (FOs) including medially wedged designs with a metatarsal pad decrease excessive plantar pressure under the metatarsal heads, which is a suggested risk factor fo…

There are gaps in the local data regarding the comparative effectiveness of Foley catheter versus misoprostol for induction of labor (IOL). Therefore, the current study was planned with the objective of comparing the mean induction-to-delivery interval of Foley catheter versus mi…

The goal of this study is to understand the use of point of care (POC) testing devices in primary care offices to help clinicians diagnose and appropriately treat patients who have symptoms of upper respiratory infections (URIs). The study will use the BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® Respira…

To assess the clinical effectiveness of the locally delivered licorice extract as an adjunctive therapy to mechanical debridement in stage II periodontitis patients. To assess the impact of the locally delivered licorice extract as an adjunctive therapy to mechanical debridement …

Investigator's aim in this study is to compare the more accessible and low-cost Carotid Doppler USG measurements, which are relatively more difficult to access, costly, and have technical disadvantages, and to demonstrate their superiority over each other in the evaluation of cer…

The mainstay of asthma treatment are ICSs, mostly and usually combined with LABA. In the past decade LAMA had been accepted as an add-on treatment for patients on GINA treatment Steps 4 and 5. Recently, RCTs proved the efficacy and safety of fixed triple combinations of moderate …

This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of the Building Regulation in Dual Generations (BRIDGE) program for caregivers with significant mental health concerns and preschool and young children (3-7 years old) with elevated attention and/or behavior problems. The B…

This study aims to compare the effects of two different upper extremity strengthening exercise approaches-bilateral strengthening exercises based on Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) patterns and plyometric exercises-on muscle thickness, joint range of motion, muscl…

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effects of nurse-led education programmes on childcare workers (CCWs) in improving infection prevention and control (IPC) practices in daycare centres. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Is there an increase in IPC kno…

This randomized controlled trial evaluated whether calming instrumental music reduces pain and anxiety and improves satisfaction during outpatient hysteroscopy in postmenopausal women.

This systematic review aims to evaluate the prevalence of digital eye strain (DES) among individuals engaged in online learning and remote work, identify associated demographic, behavioral, environmental, and ocular risk factors, and summarize evidence regarding preventive and th…