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The purpose of this research study is to understand the biological mechanisms of stress vulnerability (being susceptible to stress) and stress resilience (being able to recover readily from stress), obtain biomarkers (a biological indicator) for stress resilience and to devise st…

The purpose of this research is to find out whether the way information about surgery is presented to patients affects patient satisfaction, knowledge retention, and surgical outcomes such as anxiety

We propose the novel integration of two echocardiographic technologies - three-dimensional echocardiography using semi-automated right ventricular analysis coupled with the administration of ultrasound enhancing agents - to improve the inter-rater reliability and accuracy of vari…

This human application test was designed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the losing suction tendon, compared to the control food when the GCWB1001 was consistent with the symptoms of the respiratory symptoms of mildness.

The purpose of this mixed-methods study is to determine Adolescent and Young Adult (AYAs) decision making preferences post cancer diagnosis using vignettes designed to assess their preferred involvement in decisions about their cancer treatment and variables associated with these…

To learn if diet can enhance the microbes (such as bacteria and viruses) found in your gut and improve the body's immune response to the influenza (flu) vaccine.

The primary goal is to conduct a pilot evaluation of the Amma device, to determine whether it is feasible to offer as an option for patients within oncology suites within the PH\&S system.

As the population of cancer survivors increases substantially, meeting the health care and psychosocial needs of this population has become a national priority. After treatment ends, cancer survivors still experience a range of physical and psychological symptoms that require man…

The study is a single center clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of blood circulation improvement using an investigational medical device, which is a product on the market and it's name is Ceragem Master V6, for the risk group of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and the …

Nitrous oxide (N2O) is a colorless, flammable, analgesic gas used in surgery and dentistry. The consumption of N2O has increased among young French people aiming to relax because of its short-lived neuropsychological effect (euphoria, depersonalization, analgesia) and its wide av…

Compare the effectiveness of automatic vs as-needed (PRN) post-hospitalization follow-up for children who are hospitalized for common infections.

This research will aid in understanding of slow-breathing and its effect on heart rate and blood pressure in people with a spinal cord injury (SCI). This research will investigate if traditional 'yogic' breathing exercises can be performed by subjects with SCI and its influence o…

IIn 2016, chronic low back pain (CLBP) was the leading cause of years lived with disability worldwide. This condition impacts social interactions, work life, and can lead to an altered quality of life for patients. For these patients, physical activity (PA) can reduce pain, impr…

A prospective sham-controlled randomized clinical trial to assess the effect of low-level tragus stimulation (LLTS) in patients with frequent premature ventricular complexes (PVCs)

Introduction: In the last decade the prevalence of the use of interactive media (smartphone, tablet) by children has grown worldwide. However, it is not yet known what its effects are on the development of children in early childhood and whether the form of use (passive or active…

Tizanidine, alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist, provides analgesic and hemodynamic benefits, which could enhance the efficacy of local anaesthetics. This randomized controlled trial examines the effectiveness of oral tizanidine as an adjunct to intrathecal levobupivacaine for sp…

The purpose of the study is to determine if visual function is improved with implantation of a low-cylinder toric intraocular lens, relative to a non-toric intraocular lens.

The study consisted of two phases. Phase 1 was a recipe development phase, which aimed to identify recipes that meet ≥80% of the recommended nutrient profile for Specially Formulated Foods (SFF) used in the standard management of MAM and made with locally available ingredients. I…

The purpose of this study is to evaluate a multi-disciplinary, multi-setting intervention with the goal of improving outcomes for children who have experienced a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). The project aims to improve and support mTBI diagnosis and management, and improve…

Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) is an inflammation of the skin caused by prolonged direct contact of the skin with urine and/or stool. Elderly and care-dependent people are often affected by this type of inflammation. Gentle skin cleansing and the use of skin protection …