Azienda Ospedaliero-universitaria Consorziale Policlinico Di Bari

This study tests whether a very low-calorie ketogenic diet (600-800 calories per day) can help people with type 1 diabetes and obesity lose weight safely. Fourteen adults will follow the diet for 4 weeks while using an automated insulin pump. The main goal is to see how much weig…

This study looks at three different ways to take vitamin D in people with low levels. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: a monthly pill, a twice-monthly pill, or daily drops. After one month, researchers will measure vitamin D in the blood and check bo…

This study compares a newer laser procedure (TPLA) to standard surgery (TURP) for men with urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate. About 80 men will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The main goal is to see if the laser works as well as surgery at easing symp…

This study tests whether a non-invasive treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy can reduce pain and improve knee function in people with knee arthritis. Researchers will enroll 72 adults with moderate knee arthritis who have had persistent pain for at least 3 months. P…

This study compares high intensity laser therapy to exercise for people with thumb osteoarthritis. The goal is to see which treatment better reduces pain and improves hand function. About 42 adults with thumb arthritis will be assigned to one of the two treatments and followed fo…

This study tests whether high intensity laser therapy helps people with moderate lower limb muscle tears recover faster. Twenty-four athletes with a specific type of muscle injury will receive either laser treatment or standard care. The goal is to see if the laser reduces pain, …

This study tests two treatments for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain. 84 adults will receive either shockwave therapy, collagen injections, or both. The goal is to see which approach best reduces pain and improves walking.