Helsinki University Central Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by Helsinki University Central Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Can special diets during pregnancy control diabetes and shape Baby's health?
Disease control OngoingThis study tested two healthy eating patterns to help overweight pregnant women with gestational diabetes control their blood sugar levels. Researchers compared a moderately low-carb diet with a plant-based Nordic diet, providing meals and nutrition coaching. They measured how we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Helsinki University Central Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Can music soothe teen pain? new therapy model under study
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether a group therapy program that uses music is a practical and acceptable way to help teenagers who have had pain for at least three months. Researchers want to know if teens find this type of therapy helpful as part of their overall care and if their re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Helsinki University Central Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:23 UTC
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Heart Drug's hidden risk? study probes blood sugar drops in kids
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to understand if children with a rare inherited heart condition (Long QT Syndrome) who take a common protective medication (propranolol) experience low blood sugar more often than healthy children. Researchers will compare about 40 young patients to 10 healthy sib…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Helsinki University Central Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Smart jumpsuit could reveal secrets of baby brain development
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether a special jumpsuit with movement sensors can be used to track how babies develop motor skills in their own homes in rural Malawi. About 100 infants will wear the suit during play several times from 6 to 18 months old. Researchers will then check the …
Sponsor: Helsinki University Central Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Scientists investigate how type 1 diabetes affects growing older
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study aims to understand how people with type 1 diabetes experience aging compared to people without the condition. Researchers will observe 400 participants over 65 years old to measure their physical, mental, and overall health. The goal is to identify what factors help pe…
Sponsor: Helsinki University Central Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 12, 2026 13:52 UTC