Cairo University

This study tested an oral medication called roflumilast against steroid injections for people with mild-to-moderate patchy alopecia areata, a condition causing hair loss. Fifty adults participated, and researchers measured hair regrowth using a standard scalp score over 16 weeks.…

This study looked at 72 obese women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to see whether intermittent fasting or a resistive exercise program is better at reducing insulin resistance. Participants were divided into groups and their insulin resistance (measured by HOM-IR) and wais…

This study tested whether using custom-made implants and surgical guides (a full digital workflow) leads to more accurate repair of cheekbone fractures compared to the usual surgery. Twenty-eight adults with certain types of zygomatic fractures took part. The main goal was to see…

This study tested two ways to treat infantile hemangioma (strawberry birthmarks) in 30 children aged 1 month to 12 years. One group took oral propranolol, while the other received a laser treatment that helps a topical beta-blocker (timolol) absorb into the skin. The goal was to …

This study looked at 51 stroke patients to see which therapy—constraint-induced movement therapy or task-oriented training—works better for arm function after a Botox injection. Both therapies aim to improve movement and reduce muscle tightness. The results help doctors choose th…

This study tested whether custom 3D-printed plastic (PEEK) plates are better than standard titanium plates for fixing fractures at the angle of the jaw. Twenty-two adults with such fractures received one of the two plate types during surgery. The main goal was to see if the bite …

This study tested two different tooth-colored filling materials for small cavities in back teeth. 42 people received either a new type of filling (flowable giomer) or a standard one (nanofilled composite), with some also getting a protective coating. The goal was to see which fil…

This study looked at two ways to fix partial rotator cuff tears in the shoulder. 54 patients with tears over half the tendon thickness were randomly assigned to either a transtendon repair or a conversion repair. Researchers measured pain, shoulder function, movement, and healing…

This study tested a new way to treat venous leg ulcers, which are slow-healing wounds on the lower leg. Researchers used ultrasound to push hyaluronic acid gel deeper into the skin, hoping it would speed up healing. The study involved 64 adults aged 30-70 with active ulcers. The …

This study looked at 50 adults aged 18-40 with deep cavities in their back teeth. Dentists removed only the decayed part and filled the tooth with either a bioactive or a standard non-bioactive material. The goal was to see which filling kept the tooth healthy and working well ov…

This study tested whether adding hyaluronic acid to a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash helps treat gingivitis (gum inflammation). Sixteen adults with gingivitis used two different mouthwashes after a professional teeth cleaning. Researchers measured bleeding and plaque levels to …

This study tested two types of nerve stretching exercises (slider and tensioner) added to standard physical therapy for people with cervical radiculopathy, a condition where a pinched nerve in the neck causes pain, numbness, or weakness in the arm. 36 adults aged 30-50 with sympt…

This study tested two treatments for tooth sensitivity: a special varnish and an air-polishing system. Thirty adults with sensitive teeth were treated, and researchers measured pain relief and any tooth color changes. The goal was to find which method works better for easing disc…

This study tested whether a specific nerve block (erector spinae plane block) could prevent breathing problems after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy in 80 severely obese patients. The goal was to see if the block reduced diaphragm dysfunction and improved lung function after surg…

This study tested two different exercise programs—Blackburn stabilization and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)—in 51 adults with shoulder impingement syndrome. Participants did 18 sessions over six weeks, adding these exercises to a standard routine. The goal was t…

This study looked at whether virtual reality exercises can help adults with tight hamstrings become more flexible and walk better. 84 sedentary adults aged 18-30 with hamstring tightness took part. They used virtual reality as part of their exercise routine to see if it improved …

This study looked at whether arm cycling exercise can improve lung function and recovery in 60 elderly patients (age 65+) after colon cancer surgery. Participants used an arm cycle ergometer to exercise their arms, and researchers measured breathing, oxygen levels, and physical f…

This study tested whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates the vagus nerve through the ear, combined with aerobic exercise, could reduce fatigue in women with lupus. Fifty women aged 35 to 55 took part, with half receiving the real stimulation and half a sham version.…

This study looked at 60 adults with painful tooth nerve inflammation (irreversible pulpitis) in their lower back teeth. They received a single root canal treatment using either a professional or a store-bought bleach solution. The goal was to see which type of bleach led to less …

This study looked at two different ways of using TENS (a device that sends mild electrical pulses through the skin) to relieve chronic pelvic pain in men who had prostate surgery. Sixty men aged 50 to 60 with pudendal neuralgia took part. The goal was to see which TENS mode worke…

This study tested whether combining two pain medications, duloxetine and pregabalin, can better control pain after liposuction compared to standard care. Ninety adults undergoing liposuction took part. The goal was to reduce the need for stronger opioids and improve recovery with…

This study tested whether adding a drug called dexmedetomidine to a standard numbing medicine (bupivacaine) could improve pain control after weight loss surgery in severely obese patients. 78 adults having laparoscopic bariatric surgery received an ultrasound-guided nerve block w…

This study tested if a technique called instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) could improve walking in children with spastic diplegia, a type of cerebral palsy. Thirty children aged 5 to 8 took part; half received IASTM plus standard physical therapy, and the other…

This study looked at 40 children aged 4-8 with infected baby molars. Researchers compared a manual method versus a rotary tool method for cleaning and filling the tooth roots. They measured how satisfied parents were and how well the filling looked on X-rays right after and 6 mon…

This study looked at whether adding sensorimotor training (exercises that improve body awareness) to standard physical therapy helps women ages 35-55 who had shoulder problems after mastectomy. 46 women were split into two groups: one got the extra exercises plus standard therapy…

This study tested whether combining TENS (a mild electrical stimulation) with special exercises that use sight and body awareness could improve walking in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. Thirty children aged 4 to 6 years old took part. The researchers measured thin…

This study looked at whether aerobic exercise can improve quality of life and levels of certain minerals (zinc, copper, iron) in the blood of post-menopausal women who had radiotherapy for breast cancer. 28 women who finished radiotherapy up to a year earlier took part. The goal …

This study tested whether the sequence of different exercises during a workout affects heart function in men with chronic heart failure. Sixty men aged 55-65 with class II or III heart failure took part. The goal was to see if changing the order of exercises could improve how wel…

This study tested three different injections for people with jaw joint arthritis: platelet-rich plasma (PRP), hyaluronic acid, and a steroid called triamcinolone acetonide. The goal was to see which one reduces pain and improves mouth opening the most. 64 adults with jaw arthriti…

This study tested whether an Arabic mobile app could help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) improve their self-care and quality of life. 74 adults with MS used the app or received usual care for 3 months. Researchers measured changes in self-care habits and well-being using sta…

This study tested if shockwave therapy can reduce itching in people with neurodermatitis. 34 adults aged 55-75 received the treatment and rated their itch before and after. The goal was to see if this non-invasive approach could provide relief.

This study tested whether a new bioactive gel that helps rebuild tooth minerals works better than standard fluoride varnish for reducing tooth sensitivity. Thirty adults with sensitive teeth were treated and followed for 6 months. The goal was to find a more effective way to ease…

This study tested a non-invasive treatment called transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to see if it can ease nausea and vomiting caused by cisplatin chemotherapy. Researchers enrolled 34 cancer patients aged 40-60 who were scheduled for chemotherapy. The goal was to mea…

This study looked at 86 adults who had ankle fracture surgery. Even when their post-surgery X-rays looked good, a CT scan sometimes found that the bones were not perfectly aligned. The researchers then checked how well the ankle worked one year later. The goal was to see if CT sc…

This study looked at 56 patients who had surgery for a severe type of ankle fracture called a pilon fracture. Researchers compared outcomes between people under 40 and those over 40 to see if age affects healing, complications, and how well the ankle works after surgery. The goal…

This study looked at why people with kidney failure in Cairo government hospitals don't take part in exercise-based rehabilitation. Researchers surveyed 158 patients to find out what gets in the way. The goal is to help design better support programs for kidney patients.

This study looked at whether adding mini-squat exercises at different angles (30°, 45°, and 60°) to a standard leg press workout could improve thigh muscle strength and balance in football players. Sixty male athletes aged 18-30 took part. The goal was to see if these extra exerc…

This study surveyed 323 Egyptian dentists to understand their views and habits around repairing damaged dental fillings instead of replacing them entirely. The goal was to see how well dentists follow the modern, tooth-preserving approach of minimally invasive dentistry. Results …

This study looked at how two common PCOS treatments (birth control pills and clomiphene citrate) affect the surface of the eye and tear film. Researchers compared 60 women with PCOS to 30 healthy women, then followed the PCOS groups for 6 months after starting treatment. The goal…

This study compared shoulder muscle strength and fatigue between 60 people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) in the recovery phase and healthy individuals. Researchers used a special machine to measure peak torque and fatigue index of shoulder muscles. The goal was to un…