Edna Rath
Clinical trials sponsored by Edna Rath, explained in plain language.
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Heel pain study for soldiers pulled before it began
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if adding platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to shock wave therapy works better than shock wave therapy alone for tough cases of plantar fasciitis in active-duty soldiers. The trial was withdrawn before enrolling anyone, so no results are available. The goal was t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Edna Rath • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 10:40 UTC
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Wrist injury study pulled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study planned to see if a treatment called platelet-rich plasma (PRP) could help heal a common wrist injury (TFCC tear) without surgery. PRP uses a patient's own blood, concentrated with healing factors. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Edna Rath • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 10:38 UTC
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Is routine ankle arthroscopy a waste of time and money?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if adding a routine ankle camera procedure (arthroscopy) to standard ligament repair surgery is necessary for people with chronic ankle instability. The researchers believed the extra step might be wasteful, increase risks, and raise costs. However, the st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Edna Rath • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:01 UTC