Healthpartners Institute

This study tested a computer tool built into electronic health records to help primary care doctors better identify and treat patients with opioid use disorder. Over 10,000 patients across 30 clinics were involved to see if the tool improved how often addiction was diagnosed and …

This study tested whether a 12-week adaptive exercise program could reduce chronic inflammation in people with spinal cord injuries. Chronic inflammation is linked to heart and lung disease, the leading causes of death for this group. Researchers enrolled 24 participants to see i…

This study tested a computer tool designed to help primary care doctors in rural areas better identify high blood pressure in children and teenagers during regular check-ups. Researchers compared different ways of introducing the tool to doctors across 45 clinics. The goal was to…

This study tested a computer program designed to help primary care doctors identify older adults at risk for dementia or memory loss. The tool, integrated into the clinic's electronic health record, flagged at-risk patients and gave doctors resources for next steps like assessmen…

This study tested whether a nasal spray containing insulin is safe for people with Parkinson's disease. Over three weeks, 31 participants tried different doses or a placebo spray. Researchers mainly checked for safety issues like low blood sugar, but also looked for any changes i…

This study tested whether acupuncture could help people with myasthenia gravis feel better and manage daily tasks more easily. Twenty-four adults with the condition were split into two groups: one started acupuncture right away, and the other waited 12 weeks before starting. All …