Diakonhjemmet Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Diakonhjemmet Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Shots or surgery? new study aims to settle carpal tunnel debate
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two ways to treat carpal tunnel syndrome, which causes hand numbness and pain. One group gets up to two steroid injections first, then surgery if needed. The other group goes straight to surgery. Researchers will track 258 adults for two years to see which app…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Diakonhjemmet Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:07 UTC
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Can a common arthritis drug ease hand pain? new study investigates
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether methotrexate, a drug used for other types of arthritis, can reduce pain and improve hand function in people with a severe form of hand osteoarthritis. About 163 adults with painful finger joints that haven't responded to standard pain relievers will recei…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Diakonhjemmet Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:07 UTC
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New Muscle-Sparing hip surgery aims to reduce pain and limping after fractures
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two surgical approaches for hip replacement after a broken hip. Researchers want to see if a newer muscle-sparing technique (SPAIRE) leads to less pain, better mobility, and faster recovery than the standard lateral approach. The trial involves 476 patients ov…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Diakonhjemmet Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 15, 2026 16:14 UTC