Centre Integre Universitaire De Sante Et Services Sociaux Du Nord De L'ile De Montreal

This pilot study tested whether using central blood pressure (measured near the heart) instead of the usual arm cuff leads to better outcomes in 116 people with advanced chronic kidney disease. Participants were randomly assigned to either a central BP target or a standard arm BP…

This completed trial tested whether high-dose vitamin C can raise how much pressure people can detect or tolerate before feeling pain. Thirty-eight healthy adults took either vitamin C or a placebo over 24 hours. Researchers measured pain thresholds using a device that applies pr…

This study tested whether starting gentle leg cycling in bed within 48 hours after spinal surgery is safe and doable for people with severe spinal cord injuries. Forty-five adults took part, cycling for 30 minutes daily for two weeks. Researchers checked for safety, how many sess…

This study looked at whether wearing a back brace after spinal fusion surgery improves pain and quality of life. 43 adults with degenerative spine conditions were randomly assigned to wear a brace or not. Researchers measured disability, pain, and general health at 6 weeks and 3 …

This study followed 761 adults who were sent home from the emergency room with a prescription for opioid painkillers for acute pain. Researchers called participants at 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months to ask about pain relief, side effects, and any signs of addiction. The goal is to…

This completed study tracked over 2,200 patients who were prescribed opioids for acute pain after an emergency department visit. Participants recorded how many pills they actually took over two weeks. The goal was to find out the right amount to prescribe, so fewer leftover pills…