Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Clinical trials sponsored by Hong Kong Metropolitan University, explained in plain language.
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Phone app aims to train your face to fight sleep apnea
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new digital therapy program for people with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. The program uses a phone app with facial recognition to guide people through mouth and throat exercises, aiming to strengthen muscles and improve breathing during sleep. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hong Kong Metropolitan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Can a few minutes of movement break the sitting trap for seniors?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing if a program of short, regular activity breaks is a practical way to help older adults sit less and improve their health. It will involve 30 participants aged 65+ who sit for long periods and are overweight. The main goal is to see if the program is easy and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hong Kong Metropolitan University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:26 UTC
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Friendly chatbot aims to ease the heavy load for autism parents
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a chatbot program designed to improve mental well-being and reduce stress for parents and caregivers of children with autism. The program delivers positive psychology exercises through a conversational app. Researchers will enroll 130 caregivers to see if us…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hong Kong Metropolitan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 23:26 UTC
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Can writing poems make volunteers happier?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is exploring whether writing Chinese poems can improve the mental well-being and happiness of volunteers who help people recovering from mental illness. Thirty adult volunteers in Hong Kong will attend two 3-hour poem writing sessions focused on themes like joy and gra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hong Kong Metropolitan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
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Can talking better make parents feel better? hong kong study tests communication training
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether group classes teaching 'Nonviolent Communication' skills can help parents feel less stressed, anxious, or depressed. Researchers in Hong Kong will enroll 172 parents who report these symptoms and have children in primary school. One group will attend…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hong Kong Metropolitan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Feb 27, 2026 15:07 UTC
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Students train to fight frailty in Seniors' homes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new training program for nursing and physiotherapy students. The students learn to provide home-based care to older adults with mild frailty, using a digital platform to track care plans. The main goal is to see if this training improves the students' skil…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hong Kong Metropolitan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:01 UTC