PATIENT EDUCATION

This study looks at whether teaching people with a colostomy or ileostomy how to care for their stoma helps them adjust, feel better about their body, and manage daily life. About 100 adults who had planned stoma surgery will take part. The goal is to see if education improves th…

This study looks at whether teaching people about their pain before doing specific exercises can help reduce fear of movement, pain intensity, and negative thoughts about pain. Researchers will compare three groups: exercise plus pain education, exercise alone, and a placebo. The…

This study looks at whether a video call with a radiation therapist before starting radiotherapy helps breast cancer patients feel less scared and worried compared to a standard phone call. About 130 people will take part and fill out questionnaires at three points. The goal is t…

This study aims to see which people with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain improve the most with patient education alone, without other treatments. Researchers will enroll 116 adults aged 18-65 who have had shoulder pain for at least 4 weeks. Participants will receive educationa…

This study tests whether an AI-powered chatbot can teach African American adults about oral cancer better than a standard educational handout. About 60 participants will use either the chatbot or the handout, then take surveys to measure their knowledge, attitudes, and satisfacti…

This study compares two types of educational videos for people about to start radiation therapy: one made with an AI avatar and another using standard slides with voiceover. About 136 patients will watch one of the videos and answer questions about their anxiety and understanding…

This study tests whether a virtual group class called GoPREPARE is practical for people waiting for cancer surgery. The class covers exercise, nutrition, and emotional support to help reduce complications and speed recovery. 24 adults scheduled for surgery will be randomly assign…

This study looks at whether watching a video about how to prepare for a colonoscopy helps people do a better job than just getting written or spoken instructions. About 246 adults who have never had a colonoscopy before will take part. The goal is to see if video education leads …