Charles University, Czech Republic

This study compares two ablation procedures for people with persistent atrial fibrillation (AF), a heart rhythm problem. Half of the 450 participants will get standard treatment (isolating the pulmonary veins), while the other half will get extra ablation lines in the heart. The …

This study aims to create a reliable testing procedure to identify young athletes at risk for hip and groin injuries, which affect about 1 in 5 professional athletes each year. Researchers will compare different preseason training programs—focusing on strength, flexibility, or us…

This study tests whether a structured, midwife-led review of the childbirth experience can improve mental health in new mothers and fathers. The intervention involves a 45-60 minute session where parents discuss their birth story, receive emotional support, and get clarifications…

This study tests whether a 12-week program combining individual physiotherapy, group movement-awareness sessions, and group psychotherapy can improve physical function, reduce fatigue, and enhance quality of life in 45 adults with multiple sclerosis. Each participant serves as th…

This study will test different exercise programs for adults aged 40 to 60 with chronic low back pain. Participants will be assigned to gym-based resistance training, physiotherapy exercises, or home-based routines, some with a special belt that gives feedback on core muscle activ…

This study tests whether combining physiotherapy, structured exercise, and psychological support can reduce the burden of chronic tinnitus (ringing in the ears) in 160 adults aged 18-70. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the 8-week multimodal program or a control g…

This study tests a new rehab program for adults with severe burns who are on breathing machines. The program uses brain stimulation, virtual reality, and special sedation to try to prevent muscle loss. Thirty patients will be split into two groups: one gets standard care, the oth…

This study tests whether a special type of horseback physiotherapy can improve movement, posture, breathing, and quality of life in children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Twenty children aged 2 to 9 years will receive both the horse therapy and standard physiotherapy in ran…

This study tests if a gentle suction device placed on the chest can help preterm babies breathe better while receiving surfactant—a medicine that helps their lungs work. About 25 preterm infants will be monitored for side effects like low oxygen or slow heart rate. The goal is to…

This study tests a comprehensive rehab program for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) that includes physical therapy, counseling, and nutrition advice. The goal is to improve movement, thinking, and overall well-being. About 26 participants with MS will take part in the program …

This pilot study will test whether a structured 8-week resistance training program is feasible and safe for children aged 10-14. Researchers will measure muscle quality, strength, and body composition in 31 participants. The goal is to gather data to design a larger, more definit…

This study checks if a computer program can automatically score the Box and Block Test, a test of hand movement, in seniors aged 65 and older. Researchers will compare the computer's results to the usual manual scoring by an occupational therapist. The goal is to see if the compu…

This study looks at how different phases of the menstrual cycle relate to muscle strength and physical performance in healthy, active women aged 18 to 35. Participants will track their cycle with a phone app and attend three lab visits for strength tests and body measurements. Th…