LONG COVID

This study tested the antiviral drug Paxlovid in 964 adults with Long COVID to see if it could improve symptoms like brain fog, dizziness, and fatigue. Participants received either a short or longer course of Paxlovid or a placebo. The goal was to find out if clearing leftover vi…

This study tested whether antiviral drugs and other treatments can help people with Long COVID by clearing leftover virus or calming an overactive immune system. Nearly 1,000 adults with a history of COVID-19 took part in this flexible, multi-center trial. The goal was to see if …

This study tested different treatments to help people with Long COVID who struggle with exercise and feel very tired after activity. 660 adults took part across multiple medical centers. The goal was to see if these treatments could improve daily activity and quality of life.

This study tested a supplement made from quercetin and curcumin in 15 adults with mild to moderate Long COVID symptoms. Participants took the supplement for 2 months. The goal was to see if it could reduce overall symptoms and improve quality of life. The study was small and comp…

This study tested whether a natural supplement called Pycnogenol (from pine bark) can improve health and reduce symptoms in people with Long COVID. 153 adults with ongoing fatigue, brain fog, or breathing problems took either Pycnogenol or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers meas…

This study tested a program to help people with long-COVID identify their needs and get a treatment plan. It used an online screening, a full health assessment, and digital training with a personal guide. 192 adults in Germany took part. The goal was to see if this approach could…

This study tested different treatments for autonomic dysfunction, including POTS, in 381 adults with Long COVID. It compared non-drug approaches and medications to see which best eased symptoms like rapid heart rate and dizziness. The goal was to find practical options that can b…

This study tested an oral medication called LAU-7b in 272 adults with Long COVID and moderate to severe symptoms. The drug is designed to reduce inflammation and fight viruses. The main goal was to see if it improves physical health and daily function after 12 weeks compared to a…

This study looked at whether acupuncture can ease pain for people with long COVID. 93 adults were split into two groups: one got 8 acupuncture sessions plus usual care, the other just usual care. Over 5 months, they filled out surveys about pain and daily activities to see if acu…

This study tested a 6-week outpatient rehab program for 125 adults with Long COVID. The program included exercises for breathing, strength, balance, and thinking skills. The goal was to see if it helps people walk farther and feel better in daily life.

This Canadian study tested different treatments for people with Long COVID—symptoms that last months after a COVID-19 infection. About 460 adults took part, trying one of two treatments or a placebo for 2 months, then were followed for 4 more months. The goal was to see if these …

This study tested a treatment called Cognitive Muscular Therapy (CMT) for people with Long-COVID who have trouble breathing. 18 adults took part to see if CMT could reduce breathlessness and improve how their body controls automatic functions. The therapy combines mental and phys…

This study tested different treatments to help people with Long COVID who struggle with exercise and feel worse after activity. About 300 adults joined the trial. Researchers measured changes in symptoms like tiredness and pain after exercise to see if the treatments helped impro…

This study tested whether a 12-week exercise program done at home via video calls could help people with long COVID. 120 adults aged 20-80 took part. The program aimed to reduce symptoms like fatigue and brain fog, improve fitness, and boost quality of life.

This small pilot study tested whether daily ultrasound stimulation of the spleen could help people with Long COVID. Fifteen adults with ongoing fatigue and other symptoms for 12 weeks or more received the treatment for up to 8 weeks. Researchers measured changes in walking endura…

This study tested an 8-week exercise program done at home via video calls to see if it could reduce fatigue and improve quality of life in nurses with long COVID. 68 nurses who had long COVID symptoms like tiredness and breathing trouble took part. The program aimed to boost hear…

This study tested a virtual attention training program for people with Long-Covid who experience brain fog. 58 adults from the Chicago area participated to see if the program could improve focus and thinking. The goal was to find a practical, at-home treatment for this common sym…

This study tested different treatments to help people with Long COVID who have sleep problems like extreme daytime sleepiness or trouble sleeping at night. Researchers enrolled 830 adults and used a flexible platform to compare multiple therapies. The goal was to find which treat…

This study tested whether fluvoxamine, an FDA-approved OCD medication, can improve long COVID symptoms like trouble concentrating, anxiety, depression, and fatigue. Researchers enrolled 191 adults in Missouri and Illinois who had COVID at least 3 months earlier. Participants took…

This study tested whether eating 2 ounces of walnuts every day for 12 weeks could improve memory and thinking problems in adults over 40 with Long-COVID. 31 people with ongoing brain fog, fatigue, or mood issues took part. The goal was to see if walnuts, which are rich in healthy…

This study tested whether ivabradine, a heart medication, can reduce symptoms like dizziness and rapid heart rate in people with long COVID. 181 adults took either ivabradine or a placebo. The goal was to see if the drug improves daily life and reduces uncomfortable symptoms.

This study tested whether taking Paxlovid for 15 days helps reduce severe Long COVID symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and shortness of breath. 168 adults with persistent symptoms for over three months participated. Researchers compared the drug to a placebo to see if it improved…

This study tested whether an oral drug called Xiflam can safely reduce the wide range of symptoms caused by Long COVID, such as fatigue, brain fog, pain, and breathing issues. Sixteen adults who had recovered from COVID-19 but still had symptoms for at least 12 weeks took either …

This study tested whether amantadine, a drug used for Parkinson's, can improve thinking and memory problems in people with Long COVID. 64 adults with brain fog after a COVID infection took part. Researchers also looked for clues in blood samples to see who might benefit most.

This study looked at whether qigong, a gentle mind-body practice, could improve the health and well-being of people with long COVID. Forty adults with lingering symptoms after a COVID infection took part. Researchers measured changes in physical and mental health before and after…

This study reviewed medical records of 200 adults from an endocrinology clinic to see if taking vitamin D3 supplements lowered their chances of developing Long COVID after a COVID-19 infection or getting COVID-19 after vaccination. Researchers compared patients who took vitamin D…

This study followed more than 4,200 Dutch COVID-19 patients for up to two years to learn about long COVID. Researchers tracked symptoms like tiredness, breathing problems, and mental health issues, and how these affected quality of life. The goal was to better understand the cond…

This study aimed to understand what it's like to live with Long COVID, focusing on daily life, work, and healthcare experiences. Researchers interviewed 25 adults diagnosed with Long COVID to hear their stories. The goal was to learn about their challenges and what helps or hinde…

This study followed 171 people with Long COVID who had memory or thinking problems. Researchers looked at what treatments they received and how their quality of life changed over 6 months. The goal was to learn which approaches might help, not to test a specific new drug.

This study explored whether long-term stress before catching COVID-19 makes it more likely to develop long COVID. Researchers followed 380 adults who tested positive for COVID-19 and tracked their symptoms beyond four weeks. The goal was to see if chronic stress is a risk factor,…

This study aimed to find unique immune and metabolic patterns in the blood of people with Long COVID. Researchers compared blood samples from 62 adults with Long COVID to those without. The goal was to better understand what causes Long COVID, not to test a treatment.