Cardenal Herrera University
Clinical trials sponsored by Cardenal Herrera University, explained in plain language.
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New Non-Invasive treatment tested for Women's bladder control
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a combination of pelvic floor muscle exercises and a gentle, non-invasive radiofrequency therapy could help women manage stress urinary incontinence. Researchers compared the exercises and radiofrequency therapy, both alone and together, in 239 women ove…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cardenal Herrera University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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Gentler gum cleaning tested to replace painful scraping
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if a gentler air-polishing device using a sugar alcohol powder works as well as traditional deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) for maintaining gum health. It involved 20 patients with treated gum disease, comparing how well each method reduced gum problems…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cardenal Herrera University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Heat scan breakthrough for athlete knee pain?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested if a special heat-scanning camera (infrared thermography) could help doctors better diagnose patellar tendinopathy, or 'jumper's knee,' in athletes. Researchers compared heat patterns and image textures in the knees of 54 athletes with the condition against heal…
Sponsor: Cardenal Herrera University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Can electric muscle stimulation make stretching more effective for young athletes?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding mild electrical stimulation to a specific stretching routine improves hamstring flexibility in young soccer players. Researchers compared two groups of players aged 10-18: one used electrical stimulation during stretching, while the other used the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cardenal Herrera University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Spanish researchers test new heel pain survey
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to create and test a reliable Spanish version of a questionnaire for assessing Achilles heel pain. Researchers had 100 Spanish-speaking adults with this condition complete the new survey and two other standard ones to check its consistency and accuracy. The goal …
Sponsor: Cardenal Herrera University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:27 UTC