Hôpital Fribourgeois
Clinical trials sponsored by Hôpital Fribourgeois, explained in plain language.
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Walk it off? study tests early movement vs. cast for foot fractures
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two common approaches for treating Chopart foot fractures without surgery. One group will wear a cast or boot for 6 weeks, while the other group will use a special rigid shoe and start walking sooner. Researchers will track which method leads to better recover…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital Fribourgeois • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 07:12 UTC
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Breathing easier: can better inhaler training tame COPD?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 12-month training program led by physiotherapists can help people with COPD use their inhalers correctly. About 116 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the special training sessions plus usual care, or just their usual care. The mai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital Fribourgeois • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Quick scan could replace tube test for safer procedures
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a simple, non-invasive ultrasound scan can accurately check what's in a patient's stomach, compared to the current standard method which involves inserting a tube (gastroscopy). Researchers will perform both tests on about 1,390 adults scheduled for a ga…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital Fribourgeois • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC