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This study tested a three-part treatment for early-stage osteonecrosis (bone death) of the hip in 24 patients. The therapy combined core decompression (drilling to relieve pressure), stromal vascular fraction (cells from the patient's own fat), and hyperbaric oxygen therapy (brea…

This study compared a new surgical method called the 'Rug-Weaving plication technique' to the standard surgery for fixing a cystocele (a type of bladder prolapse). Researchers followed 60 women for two years to see which method led to fewer recurrences and better quality of life.…

This study looked at whether lowering the use of anticholinergic drugs—common in older adults and linked to confusion and frailty—before, during, and after heart surgery could help patients recover better. Researchers studied 120 adults having elective coronary artery bypass surg…

This study looked at whether measuring the optic nerve sheath with ultrasound can help predict postdural puncture headache (PDPH) in 176 adults having knee replacement under spinal anesthesia. PDPH is a headache that gets worse when sitting or standing and better when lying down.…

This study looked at whether adding arm and leg strength exercises to standard scoliosis exercises helps teens with mild scoliosis. Twenty-four adolescents aged 12-18 with a spinal curve between 10 and 25 degrees took part. Researchers measured muscle thickness, flexibility, and …

This study tested three ways to inject a sugar-water solution (5% dextrose) around the nerve in the wrist to relieve carpal tunnel syndrome. 74 adults with mild to moderate symptoms received one of three injection methods: guided by ultrasound or done by feel alone. The goal was …

This study tested two types of nerve blocks (TAP and ESPB) against a standard painkiller (tramadol) for people with acute appendicitis waiting for emergency surgery. The goal was to see if these blocks could lower pain and reduce the need for stronger opioids. 96 adults took part…

This study looked at whether a cardiac rehab program with moderate or high-intensity exercise can help heart failure patients who have muscle weakness and trouble breathing. 22 adults took part. The goal was to see if exercise improves aerobic capacity, symptoms, and quality of l…

This study tested two treatments for meralgia paresthetica, a condition causing pain, numbness, and tingling in the outer thigh. Researchers compared pulsed radiofrequency ablation (using radio waves to calm the nerve) with steroid injections in 22 adults whose symptoms didn't im…

This study tested whether adding virtual reality (VR) and classical music to standard blood pressure medication can help people who come to the emergency room with very high blood pressure (hypertensive urgency). 130 adults with high blood pressure but no organ damage were random…

This study tested a safe, needle-based treatment called pulsed radiofrequency on a key nerve bundle for head and face pain. 55 adults with long-lasting migraines, cluster headaches, or facial pain who had not gotten relief from standard treatments received the procedure. Research…

This study tested whether an extra nerve block (SPSIPB) can reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after minimally invasive heart surgery. 50 adults were split into two groups: one got standard pain relief plus the nerve block, the other got standard care alone. The main…

This study tested three different therapies—robotic rehabilitation, functional electrical stimulation, and occupational therapy—in 30 adults with incomplete tetraplegia (partial paralysis of all four limbs). The goal was to see which approach best improves hand and arm function f…

This study tested a nerve block injection (stellate ganglion block) guided by ultrasound to see if it helps people with chronic migraine that hasn't improved with other treatments. 42 adults with chronic migraine received the injection. The main goal was to see if it reduced the …

This study looked at whether a genicular nerve block (an injection near the knee nerves) can reduce pain and improve quality of life and joint position sense in people with chronic knee osteoarthritis. Forty adults aged 55-75 with moderate knee osteoarthritis took part. The goal …

This study tested two treatments for long-lasting Achilles tendon pain: ultrasound-guided ozone injections and shock wave therapy. 63 adults with chronic Achilles tendinopathy took part. The goal was to see which treatment better reduces pain and improves daily function.

This study tested whether adding a genicular nerve block to a standard femoral nerve block improves pain control after total knee replacement. 80 adults scheduled for knee surgery were randomly assigned to receive either the femoral block alone or both blocks. Researchers measure…

This study tested a targeted nerve treatment for people with cervicogenic headache, a type of headache that starts from the neck. 25 adults who did not get relief from standard treatments received a short procedure called pulsed radiofrequency to the greater occipital nerve. The …

This study tested two strengths of dextrose (sugar water) injections around a key shoulder nerve in 120 adults with chronic shoulder pain lasting over 6 months. The goal was to see which concentration—5% or 10%—better reduces pain, improves movement, and lessens fear of activity.…

This study tested whether adding extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) to standard physical therapy helps people with long-term low back pain more than physical therapy alone. 69 adults with chronic, non-radicular low back pain were split into two groups: one got real ESWT plu…

This study tested whether a nerve block called TAP block can reduce pain in people with acute appendicitis before they have surgery. 105 adults in the emergency department received the block, and researchers measured how much pain medicine they needed over 24 hours. The goal was …

This study tested two ways of using pulsed radiofrequency on the greater occipital nerve to treat migraines in 217 adults. One group received treatment on one side of the head, the other on both sides. The goal was to see which method better reduces monthly headache days and pain…

This study looked at 60 adults having heart bypass surgery to compare two different nerve block techniques for pain control. One group received a deep and superficial chest wall block, while the other got a combination of two deeper blocks. Researchers measured pain scores, paink…

This study tested two types of non-invasive brain stimulation—iTBS and 10 Hz rTMS—against a fake treatment to see if they could reduce nerve pain in people with spinal cord injury. 26 adults with long-lasting pain despite medication took part. The goal was to measure changes in p…

This study tested whether injecting numbing medicine around, rather than directly into, the nerve root could reduce severe rebound pain after shoulder surgery. Rebound pain is a short but intense pain that can happen as the nerve block wears off. The trial involved 85 adults and …

This study tested whether teaching children a rock-paper-scissors game before elbow fracture surgery makes the nerve exam afterward faster and easier. 102 children aged 4 to 10 years participated. The goal was to see if the game could help doctors check nerve function more quickl…

This study looked at whether steroid injections can help people with lower back pain caused by a slipped disc. 221 adults who did not get better with standard treatments received the injections. Researchers tracked their pain and ability to do daily activities for three months to…

This study looked at whether giving magnesium sulfate and fentanyl before inserting a breathing tube can prevent sudden rises in blood pressure and heart rate in patients aged 50 and older. 76 people having planned surgery took part. The goal was to find a safer way to manage thi…

This study tested whether a lidocaine drip can reduce muscle spasms in the duodenum during a procedure called ERCP, which looks at the bile and pancreatic ducts. 120 adults were randomly given lidocaine or a placebo. The goal was to see if lidocaine could lower the need for extra…

This study tested two different lengths of a procedure called pulsed radiofrequency to treat nerve pain in the lower back and leg. Sixty adults with pain lasting more than 12 weeks received either a 4-minute or 8-minute treatment. Researchers measured changes in pain, daily funct…

This study looked at whether ondansetron, a drug often used for nausea, can reduce dangerous drops in blood pressure and heart rate during spinal anesthesia in older adults having urologic surgery. Researchers tracked 140 patients aged 65 and older to see if those who received on…

This study looked at arm exercise ability in 60 people—some who had lung transplants and some healthy volunteers. Participants moved rings on a pegboard for six minutes to measure arm endurance. The goal was to see if transplant recipients have weaker arm function and how that re…

This study involved 43 adults with incomplete spinal cord injury to see how well patients and therapists agree on what counts as safe walking. Researchers compared their opinions with actual walking tests, balance, and fall risk. The goal is to improve discharge planning and prev…

This study looked at whether a quick, non-invasive neck ultrasound done before anesthesia can predict a dangerous drop in blood pressure after anesthesia in women having gynecologic cancer surgery. Researchers measured blood flow in the carotid artery and checked patients' overal…

This study watched 397 premature babies (born before 32 weeks) who were getting breathing support through a nose mask. The goal was to find early warning signs that this support might fail and the baby would need a breathing tube. Researchers focused on the amount of oxygen the b…

This study looked at a new way to measure iron buildup inside red blood cells of people with beta thalassemia major, a serious blood disorder. The goal was to see if this method could be simpler and more direct than the usual blood test for ferritin, which has some drawbacks. Res…

This study measured levels of a protein called betatrophin in 90 adolescent girls with and without PCOS. Researchers wanted to see if betatrophin is linked to insulin resistance and body weight in PCOS. The goal was to better understand the metabolic issues behind PCOS, not to te…

This study looked at 53 children needing long-term IV treatment. Doctors compared a simple method using body landmarks to a more advanced electrical signal method for placing the catheter tip. The goal was to see if the simpler method is accurate enough for safe use.

This study looked at how often people have ongoing pain three months after a sternotomy (chest-opening surgery). Researchers followed 200 adults to measure pain levels and how it affected their daily life. The goal was to better understand who is at risk for chronic pain after th…

This study looked at 164 adults aged 65 and older who had a colonoscopy with sedation. Researchers wanted to see if frailty and the type of sedative used (propofol or dexmedetomidine) affected thinking and memory after the procedure. Participants took a simple mental test before …

This study measured how often heart damage happens after planned hip or knee replacement surgery in 323 patients over age 45. Researchers checked blood tests for signs of heart injury and looked for risk factors like age, health history, and surgery details. The goal was to bette…

This study looked at 120 adults having shoulder surgery to see if feeling a tingling or electric shock during a nerve block (called paresthesia) leads to numbness, weakness, or pain afterward. Researchers noted when paresthesia happened and then called patients after the block wo…

This study compared two types of breathing tubes (LTS and Air-Q LMA) used during elective surgeries in children aged 1-12. The goal was to see which tube causes less air to enter the stomach, which can lead to complications. Researchers used ultrasound to measure stomach air befo…

This study analyzed blood samples from 66 women to find chemical differences between those with fibromyalgia, those with both fibromyalgia and possible muscle loss (sarcopenia), and healthy women. The goal was to identify biomarkers that could help understand and diagnose these c…

This study looked at 136 women to see if the age they go through menopause is linked to anxiety and depression. It compared women with early menopause (before age 40) to those with natural menopause after 40. Researchers used standard questionnaires to measure anxiety levels duri…

This study looked at two different breathing devices (i-Gel and Air-Q) used in children aged 1 to 8 during planned surgeries. Doctors checked how well each device was placed using a tiny camera and measured stomach air with ultrasound. The goal was to see which device works bette…

This study looked at 430 children aged 0-5 years to compare two scoring methods for measuring how hard it is to place a breathing tube using a video camera. The goal was to see which score better predicts difficulty and helps doctors plan safer anesthesia. The research was comple…

This study looked at 78 older adults (65+) having gallbladder surgery to see how different ventilator pressure levels affect blood flow and thinking skills. Researchers measured blood flow in the arm and brain, and tested memory and attention before and after surgery. The goal wa…

This study looked at whether children aged 1 to 8 can safely drink clear fluids one hour after outpatient surgery instead of waiting two hours. 172 children were randomly assigned to drink at either 1 or 2 hours after anesthesia. The goal was to see if earlier drinking increases …

This study looked at 66 adults having heart surgery that required one lung to be deflated. Researchers compared two ways to manage breathing: a double-lumen tube and a bronchial blocker. The goal was to see which method caused fewer lung problems after surgery. The study measured…

This study looked at 207 people who had knee replacement surgery to see if removing a surgical drain before or after the first physical therapy session changes early recovery. The drain helps remove excess fluid after surgery. The researchers measured complications, hospital stay…

This study looked at 128 adults having gallbladder surgery to see if giving pure oxygen before anesthesia (instead of mask ventilation) reduces stomach bloating. The goal was to see if this method lowers the need for a tube to deflate the stomach and reduces sore throat afterward…

This study measured levels of reverse T3, a little-known thyroid hormone, and markers of inflammation in 179 people with Hashimoto's thyroiditis. The goal was to see if these markers differ between patients taking thyroid medication and those who are not. The research aims to bet…

This study checked if using less gas during anesthesia (minimal flow) leads to more germs in the breathing equipment. 140 adults having elective surgery were tested. Researchers took swabs from patients' noses and the anesthesia circuit to see if bacteria grew. The goal was to se…

This study looked at whether storing a breathing tube (laryngeal mask airway) at a cooler temperature (10-12°C) versus room temperature (22-25°C) affects sore throat after surgery. 172 adults having elective surgery under general anesthesia took part. Researchers checked for sore…

This study tested a special forehead sticker (4-channel EEG) to measure how deeply sedated patients were during a sleep endoscopy procedure. 50 adults were monitored while receiving routine sedation drugs. The goal was to see if this extra monitoring could help doctors better tra…

This study looked at whether a neck ultrasound and a simple leg-raising test can help doctors decide how much fluid to give during coronary bypass surgery. Fifty adults having elective bypass surgery took part. The goal was to see if these non-invasive methods are reliable for gu…

This study looked at over 400 injured children to create a simple scoring tool that helps emergency doctors decide whether a whole-body CT scan is truly needed. The goal is to avoid unnecessary radiation exposure while still catching serious injuries. The tool uses the child's in…

This study looked at 46 adults having elective surgery for unruptured brain aneurysms. Researchers compared two anesthesia methods—propofol alone versus propofol plus ketamine—to see how each affected a measure of brain pressure (optic nerve sheath diameter). They also tracked he…

This study measured levels of certain minerals in the blood of 100 women with fibromyalgia and compared them to healthy women. The goal was to see if these minerals are linked to disease severity, depression, or anxiety. The study was observational, meaning no treatment was given…

This study looked at whether emergency doctors can accurately predict a stroke by talking only to people who saw the symptoms happen, without examining the patient. Researchers interviewed 235 witnesses (family, friends, or bystanders) and compared their reports to brain scans. T…

This study looked at whether two simple measurements—the caval-aorta index and perfusion index—can predict low blood pressure after spinal anesthesia in patients over 60. Researchers studied 200 older adults undergoing leg surgery to find threshold values that could help doctors …

This study looked at 79 older adults who had hip fractures after a low-energy fall, like tripping. Researchers used CT scans to measure specific muscles around the hip, not just overall muscle loss. They wanted to see if the balance between these muscles was linked to the type of…

This study tested whether a PENG block (a type of nerve block) can reduce inflammation and improve survival in 60 older adults (over 65) having hip fracture surgery. Researchers measured blood markers of inflammation and tracked deaths within 30 days. The goal was to see if this …

This study looked at whether measuring bladder wall thickness with an ultrasound can give useful information about bladder function in people with spinal cord injury. Researchers compared ultrasound measurements with detailed bladder tests in 116 adults. The goal was to see if a …

This study looked at whether a special brain monitor (4-channel EEG) can help doctors give just the right amount of sedation during a procedure called ERCP, which examines the bile and pancreatic ducts. 84 adults having elective ERCP took part. The goal was to see if using the mo…

This study measured levels of a protein called ANGPTL4 in 80 women—some with endometriosis and some healthy. The goal was to see if this protein could be a better marker for diagnosing the condition than current tests. Researchers compared blood and fluid samples to look for link…

This study looked at 314 intensive care unit patients with bloodstream infections caused by Enterobacterales bacteria. Researchers wanted to understand how often these bacteria are resistant to common antibiotics and what factors make patients more likely to get a resistant infec…