Subcutaneous tissue disorder
MONDO:0019296A disease involving the superficial fascia.
Also known as: disease of superficial fascia, disease or disorder of superficial fascia, disorder of superficial fascia, superficial fascia disease, superficial fascia disease or disorder
56 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a simple gel boost gum healing in diabetes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding hyaluronic acid gel to standard deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) improves gum healing in people with both diabetes and advanced gum disease. Twenty-three participants will receive the standard cleaning on all teeth, and then two gum pockets…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Promising antibody trial aims to halt rare bone disease in kids
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests garetosmab, an antibody that blocks activin A, in 18 children and teens with fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP), a rare disease where muscle and tissue turn into bone. The study will check safety, side effects, and whether the drug reduces new ab…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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AI app aims to help frontline workers diagnose neglected skin diseases
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a mobile app using artificial intelligence can help frontline health workers in sub-Saharan Africa better diagnose skin-related neglected tropical diseases, like leprosy and scabies. Researchers will collect images from dermatologists to train the AI, the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kenya Medical Research Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Buoyancy vs. gravity: which exercise wins for lipedema relief?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether exercising in a pool or on land offers greater relief for women with lipedema, a condition causing painful fat buildup in the legs. Sixty women with moderate-to-severe lipedema will be split into three groups: supervised aquatic workouts, land-based train…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New trial tests diet and therapy combo for painful lipedema legs
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a personalized anti-inflammatory diet to standard physical therapy (compression, massage, and exercise) reduces leg swelling and improves quality of life in women with lipedema. 75 women aged 18-65 with stage I-III lipedema will be randomly assigne…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Balikesir University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Shock waves aim to soothe lipedema pain in new trial
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) can reduce pain and improve quality of life in people with lipedema, a chronic condition causing painful fat buildup. Participants receive six sessions over two weeks, with pain, fun…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Atlas University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tests best exercise for lipedema: HIIT vs. moderate cycling with compression
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two types of supervised cycling exercise (high-intensity intervals or moderate continuous cycling) combined with compression therapy against compression plus a home walking program in 69 women with lipedema. The goal is to see which approach best reduces l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Shockwave therapy could ease lipedema symptoms in new trial
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding shockwave therapy to standard care (like compression and massage) can reduce pain and swelling in women with lipedema. Fifty women aged 18-65 with early-stage lipedema will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care alone or standard care…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fatih Bagcier • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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A simple step test could change how lipedema is assessed
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether the 2-Minute Step Test—a quick, equipment-free exercise test—can reliably measure functional capacity in women with lipedema, a chronic fat tissue disorder that affects the legs and can limit mobility. Researchers will compare the step test results wit…
Sponsor: Istanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may shed light on painful fat disorder
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether a natural molecule called Maresin-1, which helps reduce inflammation, is linked to lipedema—a chronic condition causing painful fat buildup in women. Researchers will measure Maresin-1 levels in the blood of women with lipedema, women with obesity …
Sponsor: Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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AI takes on lymphedema: can ChatGPT help doctors diagnose and treat swelling?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test a specially trained AI model (like ChatGPT) to see if it can help doctors correctly diagnose and recommend treatments for lymphedema, lipedema, and venous insufficiency. Researchers will compare the AI's suggestions to current medical guidelines. The goal is …
Sponsor: Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Heart device under Post-Market watch: jewel P-WCD registry launches
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational registry will follow over 6,000 people who have been prescribed the Jewel P-WCD, a wearable defibrillator that can detect and treat dangerous heart rhythms. The goal is to confirm the device continues to work safely and effectively in everyday life. No new trea…
Sponsor: Element Science, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC