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This study follows 120 Israeli children and teens with type 1 diabetes who use the Medtronic 780G system, a closed-loop insulin pump. Researchers want to see if the system helps keep blood sugar in a healthy range and improves quality of life, sleep, and diet. Participants are mo…

This study tests whether giving L-Citrulline syrup for 28 days can reduce serious complications (like death, organ failure, or readmission) in children aged 1 month to 5 years who are hospitalized with fever and identified as high-risk by a rapid biomarker test. About 888 childre…

This study tests a new rapid triage test for children with fever in sub-Saharan Africa. The goal is to see if adding this quick test to standard checkups helps doctors better decide which children need hospital admission and which can safely go home. About 5,200 children aged 2 m…

This study will screen about 13,000 children using simple urine tests and ultrasound scans to find kidney disease early. The goal is to catch problems before they become serious, allowing for better treatment and prevention. Children with abnormal results will be referred to a sp…

This study tests whether letting children aged 4-6 play with a special toy doll before getting a shot can lower their fear, anxiety, and pain. About 80 children will be randomly assigned to either use the doll or receive standard care. Researchers will measure fear and pain using…

This study looks at whether Pilates exercises can reduce pain and strengthen back muscles in children with backpack syndrome. About 140 kids aged 12 to 16 will take part. They will do Pilates moves designed to improve posture and core strength. The goal is to see if this helps th…

This study looks at whether the Alexander technique, a method that teaches better posture and movement habits, can help children aged 5 to 9 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy control their upper limbs and feel better day-to-day. About 33 kids will take part, and researchers will m…

This study looks at whether watching an animated film or reading a storybook can lower fear and anxiety in children aged 7 to 12 who have just been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. About 64 children will take part, and their anxiety levels will be measured using special child-frie…

This study tests whether sensory exercises can improve repetitive behaviors, communication, social interaction, and motor skills in children with autism. About 26 children aged 5 to 11 will take part. Researchers will measure changes using standard questionnaires before and after…

This study tests a mindfulness-based training program to help children aged 7-11 who are staying in the hospital. The goal is to teach them skills to manage their fear and emotions, both during their hospital stay and in the future. About 54 children will take part, and the study…

This study aims to see if custom-made non-invasive ventilation (NIV) masks improve comfort and adherence in children aged 8-12 who already use NIV but have trouble sticking with it. Researchers will create a personalized mask from a 3D facial scan and compare it to the child's cu…

This study tests a new exercise program for children aged 5 to 8 with diplegic cerebral palsy who have limited mobility. The program uses dynamic surfaces to improve balance and coordination. Researchers will compare this to standard physical therapy to see which works better.

This study looks at whether doing gentle, adapted physical activity every day can improve sleep in children aged 5 to 16 who are being treated for blood cancer. About 30 children will take part, and their sleep quality will be tracked by parents and a wearable device. The goal is…

This study looks back at the past 10 years to understand how a life-support machine called ECMO has been used in children across China. Researchers will gather information from 500 children, from newborns to 18-year-olds, to see how many survive after treatment, how long they nee…

This study tests a program called Pediatric Medication Therapy Management (pMTM) for children with complex medical conditions who take many medications. The goal is to see if the program helps find and fix medication-related problems, like drug interactions or unnecessary pills. …

This study looks at how blood flow and metabolism affect brain development in children with sickle cell anemia. Researchers will use MRI scans to measure brain blood vessel function and brain structure in 120 participants, including children with sickle cell disease and healthy c…

This study looks at whether doing exercises with a Bulgarian bag (a weighted fitness tool) can improve leg function, posture, and balance in healthy school children aged 8 to 16. About 345 boys and girls from primary schools in Lahore will take part. Researchers will measure chan…

This study looks at whether playing the traditional game Kho-Kho can make school children aged 8 to 12 more agile and quicker to react. 48 kids will either play Kho-Kho or have free play for 6 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in agility and reaction time to see if the game…