Centro Universitário Augusto Motta
Clinical trials sponsored by Centro Universitário Augusto Motta, explained in plain language.
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Muscle release may give wheelchair athletes a speed boost
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether applying myofascial release—a manual therapy that relaxes tight muscles—to the arms can improve sprint speed in wheelchair rugby players with spinal cord injury. Twelve athletes will complete a 20-meter sprint test with and without the therapy on separate…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centro Universitário Augusto Motta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Back pain breakthrough? education plus adjustments may put you in control
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether teaching people about how pain works (pain neuroscience education) combined with spinal manipulation helps those with chronic low back pain feel more in control of their health. 74 adults with long-lasting back pain will be split into two groups: one gets…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centro Universitário Augusto Motta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New hope for failed back surgery? study tests mind-body therapy
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether cognitive functional therapy (CFT) can reduce disability in people with chronic low back pain after spinal surgery. 90 adults aged 18-75 who have had surgery at least 3 months ago and still have pain will receive either CFT or a sham treatment. The main g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centro Universitário Augusto Motta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC