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New study aims to find best rectal cancer treatment for seniors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two standard treatment approaches for older adults (age 70+) with locally advanced rectal cancer. The goal is to see which approach helps people live longer and with fewer side effects. About 230 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either convent…
Matched conditions: OLDER PEOPLE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jules Bordet Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New study aims to reduce exhaustion after dialysis for the oldest patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two common dialysis methods—high-flux hemodialysis and hemodiafiltration—to see which one causes less fatigue and helps people aged 85 and older recover energy faster after treatment. Each participant will try both methods for three months, acting as their own…
Matched conditions: OLDER PEOPLE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: AUB Santé • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Can a common antidepressant help seniors sleep better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether trazodone, a medication often used for depression, can improve sleep in adults aged 65 and older with chronic insomnia. Forty participants will take either trazodone or a placebo for 28 days, then switch after a break. They will track their sleep with dia…
Matched conditions: OLDER PEOPLE
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Can a short walk ease your ache? new study investigates.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how short walks affect pain in older adults who have muscle or joint pain. Researchers will measure pain during movement and how the body adapts to pain. 40 adults who have had pain in the past month can join. The goal is to better understand the link between …
Matched conditions: OLDER PEOPLE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC