Healthpartners Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Healthpartners Institute, explained in plain language.
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New 'Limpet' device aims to drastically cut ostomy skin problems and leaks
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new single-use device called the Limpet to see if it is better than standard ostomy pouches at preventing skin irritation and leaks around surgical openings in the bowel. About 92 adults who have had an ileostomy or have an enterocutaneous fistula will use…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Race against time: testing new wound care for deadly infections
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of wound vacuum therapy for treating severe flesh-eating infections. It tests whether adding a gentle irrigation system to the vacuum helps patients heal faster and reduces their chances of returning to the hospital. The pilot trial will enroll 30 ad…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:29 UTC
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Can gentle exercise match harder workouts for Muscle-Weakening disease?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether light or moderate exercise is more suitable for people with myasthenia gravis, a condition that causes muscle weakness. Twenty adults will be randomly assigned to do either light or moderate group workouts three times a week for 12 weeks. Researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Mind over muscle: can therapy boost ACL comebacks?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing if adding psychological support to standard physical therapy helps young athletes recover better from ACL knee surgery. It compares two groups: one where therapists are trained to provide extra emotional support, and another with standard care. Both groups d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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First-Ever test: diabetes drug as nasal spray for spinal injury
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is checking if insulin, a diabetes medication, is safe when given as a nasal spray to people with spinal cord injuries. It's a small, early-stage trial with 12 participants who will use the spray or a placebo at home for up to 24 days. The main goal is to see if this a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC
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Cancer patients track cannabis use in new app study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information on how adults with cancer use cannabis to manage symptoms like pain and nausea. Participants use a mobile app to track their cannabis use, symptoms, and other medications over time. The goal is to gather real-world data to help patients and do…
Sponsor: HealthPartners Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:11 UTC