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One shot or several? new trial tests shorter radiation for cancer spread
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a single, high-dose radiation session works as well as multiple sessions for people whose cancer has spread to a few places (oligometastatic disease). About 600 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either one or several radiation treatme…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Robert Olson • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New adaptive radiation trial aims to cut prostate cancer treatment time without sacrificing quality of life
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of radiation therapy for early-stage prostate cancer that delivers very high doses in just a few sessions. The radiation machine adjusts the beam daily based on the patient's anatomy, aiming to protect healthy tissue. Researchers will track qualit…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Jena University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can a night-time breathing device boost brain power in older vets with lung and sleep troubles?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether using a positive airway pressure (PAP) machine at night can improve thinking, sleepiness, and quality of life in older veterans (age 60+) who have both COPD and obstructive sleep apnea—a combination called Overlap Syndrome. About 668 participants will …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Radiation may offer better quality of life than hormone pills for older breast cancer patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is for women aged 65 and older with low-risk breast cancer who have had a lumpectomy. It compares two follow-up treatments: a short course of targeted radiation (5 sessions) versus 5 years of hormone pills. The main goal is to see which approach gives a better quality …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Rectal cancer breakthrough: could a new drug combo save your rectum?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a combination of chemotherapy and radiation (total neoadjuvant therapy, or TNT) can shrink rectal tumors enough so that some patients can avoid surgery and instead be monitored closely. About 400 adults with early-stage rectal cancer will be randomly assi…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Cancer Center Affiliate of Vilnius University Hospital Santaros Klinikos • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could less dialysis be better for seniors? new study aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares starting dialysis twice a week versus the standard three times a week in elderly patients (60+) with end-stage kidney disease who still produce some urine. The goal is to see if fewer sessions reduce hospitalizations, falls, and other complications while maint…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Soonchunhyang University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can extra oxygen during surgery stop wound infections?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether giving patients 30%, 50%, or 80% oxygen during and right after major surgery can reduce wound infections and other complications. About 7,800 adults having surgery lasting at least 2 hours will take part. The goal is to find the best oxygen level to …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Monash University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Could a simple inhaler help both lungs and heart in new COPD patients?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a dual bronchodilator (a combination inhaler) can improve breathing, heart function, and quality of life in people newly diagnosed with moderate-to-severe COPD. Researchers will measure changes in exercise capacity and lung function over 12 weeks. The …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Lithuanian University of Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Can a smartphone app and home monitor tame high blood pressure in older african americans?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a program that combines online education, a medication reminder app, and a home blood pressure monitor to help African American adults aged 50+ better manage their hypertension. Participants use these tools for 6 months while continuing their regular care. The go…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Which myopia fix is best for kids? new study compares glasses and lenses
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at three ways to correct nearsightedness in children: special glasses, regular glasses, and overnight contact lenses. It will track 90 kids aged 7–17 for one year to see how each method affects their quality of life, vision, and family costs. The goal is to help …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: He Eye Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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10-Year study tracks safety of silimed smooth breast implants
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 384 women receiving Silimed smooth surface breast implants for augmentation over 10 years. Researchers will track complications and patient satisfaction to evaluate the implant's safety and performance. Participants must be 18 or older and seeking breast enlarg…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Silimed Industria de Implantes Ltda • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop ICU muscle wasting
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving ICU patients extra protein and activating their muscles early (using electrical stimulation and movement) can prevent severe muscle loss. About 40 critically ill adults on ventilators will take part. The goal is to see if this approach helps patien…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Technical University of Munich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in shrinking esophageal tumors before surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding the drug adebrelimab to standard chemotherapy before surgery can help eliminate or shrink esophageal cancer more effectively. About 25 people with stage II/III esophageal squamous cell carcinoma will receive the combination, then have surgery. Rese…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Second Hospital of Shandong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New wound dressing could cut surgery complications
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests if a special vacuum dressing (negative pressure wound therapy) can reduce wound problems like infection or reopening after emergency belly surgery. About 720 adults with a large midline incision will be randomly assigned to get either the vacuum dressing or a reg…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uppsala University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Rural hypertension study tests smartphone coaching to save hearts
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a home blood pressure monitoring program paired with health education and coaching for rural adults with uncontrolled hypertension. About 334 participants will either get the coaching program or a standard health app. The goal is to see if the program lowers bloo…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Can better indoor air help Inner-City kids breathe easier?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether installing energy recovery ventilators or portable air cleaners in low-income homes can reduce indoor pollutants and mold, and improve asthma control. Researchers will monitor 80 households over one year, measuring lung function, asthma symptoms, and qual…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas at Arlington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Low-cost fixes like reflective paint and shade could save lives from extreme heat
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether affordable home improvements (like reflective roof paint and better airflow) plus community education can reduce heat-related illness and improve quality of life in rural Pakistan. Over 7,000 people in 11 villages will be tracked for two years. Some homes…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aga Khan University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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One-Dose antibiotic could slash ventilator pneumonia deaths in brain injury patients
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a single dose of a common antibiotic soon after a breathing tube is placed can prevent lung infections and improve survival in ICU patients with severe brain injuries. Researchers will enroll 3,300 adults on ventilators due to stroke, trauma, or la…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The George Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Could a simple alcohol injection ease endometrioma pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether ultrasound-guided alcohol sclerotherapy can reduce pelvic pain and improve quality of life in women aged 18-45 with ovarian endometriomas. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the procedure or no treatment (expectant management) and are followed …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Laser light shows promise for chronic fatigue relief
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether shining low-level laser light on muscles can reduce fatigue and improve quality of life in 40 adults with chronic fatigue syndrome. Participants will receive either real laser therapy or a sham treatment three times a week for eight weeks. Researchers wil…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Myeloma patients get digital buddy to tackle treatment side effects
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a custom website can improve quality of life for people with multiple myeloma. About 108 adults with newly diagnosed or returning myeloma will use the platform to report side effects and get personalized tips. The goal is to see if this digital support…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: CareAcross • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New study aims to combat loneliness in homebound seniors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a program called CAPABLE, when added to regular home-based primary care, can help older adults who feel socially isolated or lonely. Researchers will work with 450 homebound seniors to see if the program improves their daily function, reduces pain and dep…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can a home visit program get kidney patients off the sidelines?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a program called CAPABLE Transplant, where an occupational therapist, nurse, and handy worker visit people at home over 4 months. The goal is to help kidney transplant candidates who are currently inactive on the waitlist become active again, and to improve their…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Veterans try VR workouts to boost mood and brain power
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an 8-week virtual reality adventure exergaming program can improve physical activity, mood, and thinking in women veterans aged 18-45. Participants will play VR games that involve movement, and researchers will track changes in depression, anxiety, and PT…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas at Arlington • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Wellness app aims to ease anxiety and boost mood – but does it work?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowResearchers at Yale University are testing whether a smartphone app called Caravan Wellness can improve quality of life, reduce stress, and ease symptoms of anxiety and depression. The app offers short mindfulness and light exercise modules like yoga and meditation. The study wil…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Snack your way through menopause? new trial tests a granola bark for hot flushes and mood swings
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily snack rich in plant chemicals and fibre can ease perimenopause symptoms like hot flushes, mood changes, and sleep problems. Twenty women aged 40-55 who are not on hormone therapy will eat either the special snack or a placebo for several weeks, th…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College London • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Yoga as therapy: new study tests if it eases ADHD and PTSD in teens
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if trauma-adapted yoga, added to usual care, can improve mental health and quality of life for 180 teens diagnosed with ADHD or PTSD. Participants will be randomly assigned to a yoga group or a waiting list. The study also explores if online yoga is a feasible op…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University West, Sweden • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Rural caregivers get a mental health boost: CBT plus extra calls tested
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding two check-in calls per week to standard cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) improves quality of life for adults caring for a family member with dementia in rural Texas. Sixty caregivers will receive either individual CBT for 12-16 weeks or CBT plus …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Texas Tech University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could stretching and tape ease pregnancy back pain?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining prenatal stretching with kinesiotaping (a special elastic tape) can reduce low back pain, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life in pregnant women. Thirty-four women with back pain between 20 and 34 weeks of pregnancy will be randomly ass…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Mouthwash showdown: new study seeks best rinse for faster healing after tooth extraction
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares four different mouthwashes—Bone Bioactive Liquid, Hyaluronic Acid, Chlorhexidine, and Warm Saline—to see which one helps the healing of tooth sockets after wisdom tooth removal. About 100 adults will be randomly assigned to use one of the rinses. The goal is t…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Jordan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could a daily shake soothe Athletes' stomach troubles?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a fermented whey protein and fiber supplement can improve digestive comfort in recreational athletes. Researchers will enroll 114 participants, some with and some without stomach complaints, and compare the supplement to a placebo. The goal is to see i…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Arizona State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Can a wellness drink improve your gut health? new study seeks answers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a health and wellness product to see if it helps with digestion, constipation, and overall quality of life. It includes 133 adults in the U.S., some of whom are taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss. Participants will report their symptoms through surveys…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: PepsiCo Global R&D • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Can talking therapy ease the double burden of sickle cell and racism?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a type of talk therapy called acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) can help Black teenagers and young adults with sickle cell disease feel less stressed, anxious, and depressed. About 66 youth and their parents will join group therapy sessions and…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Smile again: study tracks how dental implants boost daily life
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study follows 100 people who are getting full-arch dental implants (replacing all teeth in one jaw). Researchers want to see how the treatment changes their oral health-related quality of life—things like eating, speaking, and feeling confident. Participants answer questionn…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Implantology Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New digital program aims to boost quality of life for colorectal cancer survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new digital follow-up program for people who have had early-stage colorectal cancer. The program uses a smartphone app to monitor symptoms, check for cancer return with a blood test, and provide personalized care. Researchers want to see if it improves quality …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Fasting at night may boost brain power for breast cancer survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether extending the nightly fasting period (not eating for a longer stretch each night) can improve sleep, thinking, and quality of life in breast cancer survivors. Researchers will compare this approach to health education alone. The study involves 60 femal…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Arizona State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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AI app aims to get oral cancer patients back to work
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a smartphone app that uses artificial intelligence to help people with oral cancer manage symptoms, improve communication, and return to work. The app includes a chatbot for emotional support, posture correction exercises, and a communication aid. Researcher…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Frame running study aims to boost mobility and joy in kids with disabilities
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 24-week Frame Running training program can improve physical function, daily activity, and quality of life in children aged 8-18 with cerebral palsy or similar physical disabilities. Participants start with a low-intensity 12-week period, then move to a …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Odense University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Exercise may be a Drug-Free way to tame migraines
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a supervised aerobic exercise program, combined with a single session of pain education, can reduce migraine-related disability and improve sensory and muscle function. One hundred women with migraine will either exercise on a treadmill three times a w…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Lavender scent may ease IVF stress, new trial hopes to prove
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether inhaling lavender essential oil for four weeks can reduce anxiety, stress, and depression in women waiting for IVF treatment. 120 women will be split into three groups: one using real lavender oil, one using a placebo scent, and one receiving no scent. Th…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Federal University of Minas Gerais • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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LSD trial aims to ease End-of-Life distress
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether low or moderate doses of LSD can reduce anxiety, pain, and depression in people with advanced or terminal illnesses. Sixty participants will receive either two moderate doses or two very low (placebo-like) doses of LSD in a double-blind setup. The goal is…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Magnetic pulses aim to restore movement after brain tumor surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can help people recover movement after brain tumor surgery. Six patients will receive TMS once daily for three days, and their muscle strength will be measured before and after treatm…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brian J.Gill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Olive oil and betaine gel may ease radiation mouth pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing a topical gel and mouthwash made from olive oil, betaine, and xylitol (XCM-OM118) to see if it can reduce severe oral mucositis (painful mouth sores) in head & neck cancer patients receiving radiation. The study will enroll 63 adults and track how ma…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mucosa Innovations, S.L. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Herbal tea hope: could a simple drink ease Dementia's toll?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Jing Si Herbal Tea, taken twice daily, can improve quality of life and sleep for people with dementia and their caregivers. Researchers will first test the tea's feasibility in 100 people with dementia, then conduct a larger placebo-controlled trial with …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cheng Kung University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Pregnancy bladder leakage? simple ball exercises and deep breathing may offer relief
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining Swiss ball exercises with diaphragmatic breathing can reduce stress urinary incontinence (leaking urine when coughing, sneezing, or exercising) in pregnant women. Forty-two pregnant women with mild to moderate incontinence will be split into two…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Can a simple steroid boost recovery after hip replacement?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a single dose of the anti-inflammatory drug dexamethasone, given during hip replacement surgery, can help patients feel better and recover faster. About 224 adults aged 60 and older having a hip replacement will receive either a low or moderate dose of…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Breathing and exercise program may boost survival in advanced lung cancer
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 12-session pulmonary rehabilitation program—including breathing exercises, resistance training, and treadmill walking—can help patients with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer maintain muscle mass, improve lung function, and reduce inflammation. The go…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Cancerologia de Mexico • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Exercise and pain education may ease endometriosis symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether combining pain neuroscience education with therapeutic exercise can reduce pain, improve quality of life, and lower pain-related distress in women with endometriosis. About 32 adult women diagnosed with endometriosis will take part. Researchers will tr…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Seville • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New coaching program aims to boost quality of life for ovarian cancer survivors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a coaching program called POSTCARE-O for women with ovarian cancer who have finished their initial treatment. The program provides support during the transition to survivorship, focusing on quality of life and emotional well-being. 120 women will be randomly assi…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New gel may ease menopause symptoms without hormones
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new hormone-free gel for women with genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), which causes vaginal dryness, pain, and other symptoms. About 80 postmenopausal women will use the gel for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in quality of life using a questi…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mucosa Innovations, S.L. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Web app aims to boost heart attack survivors' mental health
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a web-based program can improve quality of life for people who survived a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. The program includes educational sessions, brain games, and tips on physical activity and nutrition. Researchers will enroll 106 survivors and m…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Azienda Usl di Bologna • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New exercise approach may help women with bladder leakage
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two home exercise programs for women with stress urinary incontinence (leakage during coughing, sneezing, or exercise). One program focuses on pelvic floor muscles, the other on core stabilization. Fifty-one women will participate in a 12-week program, and res…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Izmir Katip Celebi University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Exercise may protect heart and brain during cancer treatment
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a tailored physical activity program can help lymphoma and breast cancer patients preserve their exercise ability, heart function, memory, and quality of life while undergoing cancer treatment. About 110 adults aged 18-85 with Hodgkin or non-Hodgkin lymph…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Warm calls aim to lift spirits of isolated seniors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether regular, caring phone calls from trained volunteers can reduce loneliness, depression, and thoughts of suicide in older adults who are homebound and receive community services. About 400 people aged 65 and older will be assigned to one of two types of pho…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Needle therapy tested for back pain relief in new pilot study
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether dry needling—a technique where thin needles are inserted into muscles—can reduce pain and improve quality of life for people with chronic low back pain. Researchers will also check if the approach is practical and acceptable. The study includes 42 adults,…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Which therapy helps stroke hands most? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares mirror therapy, brain stimulation (rTMS), and robotic hand training added to standard rehab for stroke patients. 120 adults who had a stroke at least 3 months ago will receive 20 sessions over 4 weeks. The goal is to see which approach best improves arm functi…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Birthmark removal may boost Kids' Well-Being, study hopes to prove
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at children with congenital melanocytic nevi (large birthmarks) who choose to have them surgically removed. Researchers want to see if removal improves quality of life and reduces feelings of being stigmatized. About 100 children aged 9 months to 16 years will be…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: University Children's Hospital, Zurich • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New study tests freezing vs heating nerves to stop war wound pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study in Ukraine compares two minimally invasive procedures—cryoablation (freezing) and radiofrequency ablation (heating)—to treat nerve pain caused by neuromas from combat injuries. Fifty adults with moderate to severe pain will be randomly assigned to one treatment. The go…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ukrainian Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Therapy • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Pregnant doctors get a coach: will it ease burnout?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 4-month coaching program for pregnant or recently postpartum doctors-in-training. Half the participants get one-on-one and group coaching sessions; the other half do not. Researchers will measure burnout, well-being, and confidence through surveys at the start,…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New app aims to bridge the mental health waitlist gap
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a free mobile app called Stappvoorstap for adults on mental health waiting lists in the Netherlands. The app tracks daily stress, offers coping tips, relaxation exercises, and educational content. Over 4 weeks, 54 participants will use the app and complete questi…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GGZ Centraal • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New study tests freezing vs. heating nerves to ease war wound pain
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two minimally invasive procedures—cryoablation (freezing) and radiofrequency ablation (heating)—to control severe chest pain after combat injuries. About 50 adults in Ukraine will be randomly assigned to one treatment, and researchers will measure pain levels, op…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lviv National Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Can a CBD suppository ease sexual pain? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether cannabidiol (CBD) suppositories can reduce pain during sex and improve well-being. Fifty adults who experience sexual pain will be randomly assigned to receive one of three doses of CBD or no treatment for one month. Researchers will measure changes in se…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: London Metropolitan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Can a simple breathing device make life better for bronchiectasis patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether using an oscillating PEP (OPEP) device—a handheld breathing tool that helps clear mucus—can improve quality of life for people with bronchiectasis. Researchers will give questionnaires to 60 children (ages 8+) and adults before and after they start u…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Yoga app may ease heart symptoms for AFib patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 12-week digital MediYoga program—combining deep breathing, gentle yoga, and meditation—can improve quality of life, lower blood pressure, and reduce heart rate in 456 adults with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. Participants use a smartphone app and get …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Herlev and Gentofte Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Could a tiny electrical device ease cancer pain at home?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a device that sends mild electrical pulses to specific points on the skin (acupoints) can help people with long-term cancer pain feel better and improve their quality of life. The device is patient-controlled, meaning users can decide when to use it.…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Which IVF stimulation is easier on patients? new study aims to find out
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two different ovarian stimulation methods used in IVF to see which one patients prefer and tolerate better. Sixty women undergoing either fertility preservation or preimplantation genetic testing will try both methods in a crossover design. The main goal is to…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Ghent • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Which surgery saves the bowel best? new trial for rectal cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two surgical methods (Parks and Bacon) for ultra-low rectal cancer to see which one leads to better bowel function and quality of life a year after surgery. About 256 adults with rectal cancer will take part. The goal is to help doctors choose the best techniq…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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NSU launches free online coaching to tackle student stress and anxiety
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a free 6-week online coaching program for NSU undergraduate students. The program aims to reduce anxiety, depression, and stress while improving quality of life and coping skills. About 160 students will participate, and the study measures changes using standard …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New stent aims to ease pain and improve life for kidney stone sufferers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a modified double-J ureteral stent with a thinner loop at the bladder end, designed to reduce common side effects like pain, blood in urine, and discomfort. About 40 adults with kidney or ureteral stones will receive either the new stent or a standard one. Resear…
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Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Luke's Clinical Hospital, Russia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New training program aims to help people with ultra low vision see and live better
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a multi-sensory rehabilitation program for people with ultra low vision (visual acuity of 20/1600 or worse). The program includes training to use remaining vision better and to combine input from different senses. Researchers hope this will improve daily fun…
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Phase: NA • Sponsor: State University of New York College of Optometry • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Robot-Assisted Weight-Loss surgery may cut pain, study hopes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of weight-loss surgery—robotic sleeve gastrectomy and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy—to see which causes less pain right after the operation. About 91 people having sleeve gastrectomy at Cleveland Clinic will be randomly assigned to one method. Rese…
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Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ricard Corcelles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to stop the spins for BPPV sufferers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether adding Brandt-Daroff exercises to the usual GANS maneuver can reduce dizziness and improve quality of life for people with BPPV, a common inner-ear condition that causes brief spinning spells. About 30 adults with BPPV will be split into two groups: on…
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Phase: NA • Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Hearing aids tested to ease chemotherapy side effect
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether hearing aids can improve quality of life in cancer patients who develop hearing loss from platinum-based chemotherapy. Fifty-two adults currently on such chemotherapy and with confirmed hearing loss will be randomly assigned to receive a hearing aid or st…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Splash or sweat? study tests if underwater workouts beat gym aerobics for muscle power
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of exercise for women with muscle weakness and low quality of life: exercising in a water tank versus doing similar exercises on a mat. One hundred women will be assigned to either group and will do 30-minute sessions. Researchers will measure change…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: October 6 University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Collagen supplement trial aims to boost energy and blood sugar control
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether taking a collagen supplement for 8 days can improve quality of life, appetite, mood, and blood sugar control in overweight or obese adults aged 18-65. Participants will take the supplement or a placebo, fill out questionnaires, and wear a continuous gluco…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King's College London • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New program aims to ease pain and curb opioid misuse for veterans
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether extra support for case managers helps veterans leaving the military better manage pain and reduce risky substance use. About 1800 veterans will take part. The program focuses on non-drug pain treatments and counseling.
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Exercise boosts gaming skills? new study recruits gamers!
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a structured exercise program can improve reaction time and mouse-click accuracy in recreational video game players. Researchers will measure changes in speed and precision using simple computer tests. The study aims to see if physical activity can enh…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Smartphone mindfulness may cut opioid use in cancer patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether using the Headspace mindfulness app before surgery or chemoradiation can help people with endometrial or cervical cancer use fewer opioid painkillers. About 120 participants will be randomly assigned to use the app or not. The goal is to see if mindful…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Louis University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Zapping tremors: radiation may offer new hope for Parkinson's and essential tremor patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study follows 60 people with essential tremor or Parkinson's tremor whose symptoms aren't well-controlled by medication. After receiving stereotactic radiosurgery—a precise dose of radiation to a small brain area—participants fill out questionnaires about their quality of li…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:49 UTC
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Can gardening and exercise boost happiness in temporary homes?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a 9-month wellness program called Green Oasis for people living in a transitional housing estate in Hong Kong. The program includes physical exercises, gardening, and using a website, along with health talks. Researchers will measure changes in quality of life, h…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:46 UTC
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Swedish study to measure how poor vision impacts Kids' daily lives
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how nearsightedness (myopia) and other vision problems affect the quality of life of Swedish children and teens. Researchers will translate a vision questionnaire into Swedish and test it on 300 healthy kids aged 0-17. Participants will get a full eye exam and…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Region Örebro County • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Are vegetarians getting enough nutrients? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study surveys 150 women aged 18-64 who follow vegetarian or vegan diets to assess their nutritional quality and adequacy. Participants will receive personalized nutritional counseling based on blood tests and food diaries. The goal is to see if counseling can improve diet, b…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: European Institute of Oncology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Community centers may boost brain health in seniors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a community support program called Vefahane helps older adults maintain their thinking skills and quality of life. Researchers will compare 120 people aged 60 and older who take part in activities like exercise, music, and social events with those who …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Istanbul Medipol University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Hip replacement recovery: could your smartphone replace paper forms?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using a smartphone app (Google Forms) to fill out recovery questionnaires after hip replacement is as good as the traditional paper method. Researchers will compare how many patients complete the digital survey on time versus the paper one. The goal is to…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Finding purpose at your desk: online logotherapy aims to get workers moving
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests an 8-week online program based on logotherapy—a therapy focused on finding meaning in life—to see if it can increase physical activity and improve quality of life in middle-aged office workers. Two hundred participants aged 35-60 with sedentary jobs will be rando…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zagreb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Surgery vs. diet: which boosts life quality for diverticular disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 250 people with chronic diverticular disease to see if elective sigmoidectomy (surgery) improves quality of life compared to conservative care (diet, pain relievers, laxatives). Participants are recruited from a surgical clinic in Denmark. The main outcomes are…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: University of Aarhus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New turkish scale aims to measure pacemaker Patients' Well-Being
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is translating and testing a quality-of-life questionnaire for Turkish-speaking people with pacemakers. The goal is to make sure the scale accurately measures how patients feel about their health, daily function, and pain. About 120 adults with pacemakers will take the…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Erol Olcok Corum Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Shower or wait? new study tests safety of early showering after breast reconstruction
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether showering 48 hours after breast reconstruction surgery, while drain tubes are still in place, raises the chance of infection. It will follow 100 women for 90 days to check for infections and how showering affects their quality of life. The goal is to h…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Meal kits and nutrition lessons aim to boost health for Low-Income older adults
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether giving low-income adults aged 40 and older free meal kits and nutrition education can improve their food security, diet quality, mental health, and heart health. About 120 participants will be split into two groups: one gets meal kits plus nutrition cl…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Lowell • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New study aims to predict severe side effects in cancer immunotherapy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 200 adults with advanced cancer who are receiving immunotherapy. Researchers will track their physical and emotional distress, financial burden, care needs, and quality of life over one year. The goal is to develop a tool that can predict which patients are at …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Can a simple blood test forecast surgery dangers?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out if certain substances in the blood can help predict serious complications after high-risk surgeries like heart, lung, or colon operations. Researchers will collect blood samples from about 5,000 patients before and after surgery and track their recover…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: St. Antonius Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Can fitness predict how well immunotherapy works? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study watches how immunotherapy for advanced cancer changes patients' physical fitness and quality of life. About 67 adults will do fitness tests and fill out questionnaires before starting treatment and again 12 weeks later. Researchers will also track long-term outcomes li…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Fertility study asks: are men still overlooked in IVF clinics?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study surveys 400 men undergoing ICSI due to low sperm quality. Researchers want to understand their emotional experiences, social burden, and testosterone levels, and compare results to a similar study from 2008. The goal is to see if men's needs in fertility care have chan…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Peter Humaidan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Scientists dive into how cold water shapes your decisions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a brief full-body cold-water bath, compared to warm water, changes the way people make decisions, their mood, and body signals like heart rate and stress hormones. Forty healthy adults aged 18-40 will take part. The goal is to understand if cold exposure c…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: German Institute of Human Nutrition • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can exercise change how aging athletes feel pain?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how former athletes, current master's athletes, and nonathletes (ages 35-65) experience pain and respond to moderate exercise. Participants will do strength and aerobic exercises while their pain tolerance and sensitivity are measured. The goal is to understan…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marquette University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Can a smartphone dashboard boost mental health care in rwanda?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a digital dashboard tool to help community workers deliver a family-based mental health program called Sugira Muryango in Rwanda. The goal is to see if the technology improves how well the program is delivered, including fidelity and worker confidence. Over 1,800…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston College • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Testicular cancer treatment: which is easier on patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at men with good-prognosis metastatic testicular cancer to see if surgery (RPLND) leads to a better quality of life than chemotherapy. About 160 men over 18 will be followed to measure side effects and daily well-being. The goal is to find which treatment causes …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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10-Year checkup: are silimed breast implants safe and satisfying?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 632 women who received Silimed breast implants (textured or polyurethane-coated) for augmentation. Researchers will track side effects and satisfaction over 10 years to understand the implants' safety and performance. The goal is to gather real-world data, not …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Silimed Industria de Implantes Ltda • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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8,000-Patient study aims to sharpen cancer radiation with Real-Time MRI
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a large registry that will follow about 8,000 cancer patients who receive radiation therapy using a special machine called an MR-Linac, which combines an MRI scanner with a radiation beam. The goal is to learn how well this technology works for different cancers, in…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: UMC Utrecht • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Heart Patients' quality of life under the microscope in new study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a heart rhythm treatment called catheter ablation affects the quality of life of people with ventricular tachycardia who have an implantable defibrillator. Researchers will ask 70 participants to fill out questionnaires about their health and well-being at…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Barts & The London NHS Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Can we predict how older cancer patients fare after surgery?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 327 patients aged 65 and older who have surgery to remove gastrointestinal cancer. Researchers want to find out what factors predict whether patients will have a decline in physical function or quality of life one year later, and how they do over five years. Th…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Hospital Universitario Mayor Méderi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New study tracks sleep problems after cancer diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 260 adults newly diagnosed with cancer who have no prior sleep issues. Researchers will track how insomnia develops over the first year, using questionnaires to measure sleep quality and severity. The goal is to understand what factors—like treatment type or em…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Emile Roux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Hidden nerve pain in Sjögren's: study reveals true toll on life and wallet
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how small fiber neuropathy (nerve damage causing pain, burning, and numbness) impacts the quality of life and medical costs for people with Sjögren's syndrome. Researchers will follow 100 adults with Sjögren's to measure their symptoms, daily functioning, and …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Low-Cost cooling and advice could save lives in heatwaves
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether affordable home improvements like reflective roof paint, shade, and better airflow, combined with community education, can reduce heat-related illnesses and improve quality of life. Over 7,000 households in low-income Karachi neighborhoods will participat…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aga Khan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New app aims to empower adults born with heart defects
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a digital app called Empower My Congenital Health (EmpowerMyCH) designed to help adults with congenital heart disease navigate the healthcare system. Researchers will enroll 1,000 participants to see if the app is easy to use, acceptable, and helps patients feel …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Study explores the hidden toll of rare genetic diseases on families
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the daily abilities of young children (0-4 years) with rare genetic disorders impact their families' mental health and quality of life. Researchers will assess the child's functional independence and measure parents' depression and well-being through quest…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Bahçeşehir University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Depression may worsen GvHD symptoms, new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how depression and other mental health issues impact symptom severity and quality of life in people with graft-versus-host disease (GvHD). Researchers will follow 200 adults with GvHD, using questionnaires to measure psychiatric status and symptoms. The goal i…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Medical University of Gdansk • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Nerve pain in diabetes: new study to measure its real impact on daily life
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at how nerve pain (neuropathic pain) affects the ability to care for oneself and overall quality of life in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will measure pain levels and quality of life in 128 adults with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to better unders…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Bilecik Seyh Edebali Universitesi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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AI attitudes linked to anxiety in infertility patients, new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how women getting infertility treatment feel about artificial intelligence and how that relates to their anxiety and quality of life. About 191 women aged 18-45 who are currently undergoing treatment will answer surveys. The goal is to understand if attitudes …
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Acibadem University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Study investigates hidden health risks for children of transplant mothers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at the long-term health of children (16 years and older) whose mothers had a solid organ transplant before pregnancy. Researchers want to see if these children have higher risks for heart or kidney problems, possibly due to the mother's transplant or medications.…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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ICU Survivors' hidden pain: new study aims to uncover why some suffer long after leaving the hospital
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 800 adults who spent at least 48 hours in the ICU to understand why some develop chronic pain. Researchers will call participants at 90 and 180 days after discharge to ask about pain, sleep, and quality of life. A smaller group will also have a detailed physica…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Zealand University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Study shifts focus from decline to strengths in aging
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how inner strengths like resilience, gratitude, and acceptance can help older adults feel better and reduce loneliness. Researchers will measure quality of life, well-being, and emotional health in 110 people aged 60 and older living in Spain. The goal is to u…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: CEU San Pablo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Vietnam study seeks to unlock secrets to better life in nursing homes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at what helps older adults living in nursing homes in Vietnam have a better quality of life. Researchers will interview 176 residents aged 60 and older to see how things like health, daily independence, and support from family and friends affect their well-being.…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Nguyen Thi Thu Trang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Brain training without moving: new study hopes to unlock stroke recovery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how stroke survivors' arm muscles respond when they imagine or watch movements. Researchers measure tiny muscle signals in the wrist and fingers during these mental exercises. The goal is to understand which techniques best help the brain relearn movement afte…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Salamanca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Pilonidal cyst comeback: study probes toll on life quality
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 100 people whose pilonidal cyst came back after either surgery or laser treatment. Researchers will use questionnaires to measure how the recurrence impacts quality of life, pain, and daily activities. The goal is to better understand the real-world burden of t…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Brain scans reveal Sleep's hidden toll on breast cancer survivors
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how sleep disturbances impact thinking skills and quality of life in 75 women treated for breast cancer. Participants will undergo brain scans, sleep tracking, and cognitive tests over six months. The goal is to understand the links between sleep, brain functi…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Francois Baclesse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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New turkish questionnaire aims to better measure Parkinson's movement side effects
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is translating a questionnaire called the Parkinson's Disease Dyskinesia Scale (PDYS-26) into Turkish and checking if it works well for Turkish-speaking patients. The questionnaire measures how involuntary movements (dyskinesia) affect daily life. Researchers will enro…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Izmir Bakircay University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:52 UTC
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1500 women to share how breast surgery really affects their lives
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1500 women for 5 years after breast cancer surgery to track their quality of life using standard questionnaires. Participants answer surveys about their physical, emotional, and social well-being. The goal is to gather real-world data to help guide future surgi…
Matched conditions: QUALITY OF LIFE
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Colmar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:15 UTC