Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

This study tested whether a prescription cream called Duobrii could help reduce the number of painful, itchy bumps caused by Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN) on the back of the scalp. Fifteen adults with mild-to-moderate AKN applied the cream or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. Research…

This study tested whether a 16-week program of chair yoga could improve heart health in people with coronary artery disease. Researchers wanted to see if yoga could change specific markers in the blood linked to metabolism and reduce risk factors like weight and blood pressure. T…

This study tested a new family therapy program for teenagers with Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), a condition where people severely limit what they eat due to fear or disinterest. The therapy used mindfulness and gentle exposure to help teens become more comfor…

This study aimed to see if a drug called spesolimab could help heal severe, painful skin ulcers caused by a rare autoimmune condition called pyoderma gangrenosum. The drug, given by infusion every few weeks, works by blocking a specific part of the immune system thought to drive …

This study tested if a computer alert system could help prevent post-surgery delirium, a dangerous state of sudden confusion, in patients with existing memory problems. The system flagged high-risk patients and gave doctors reminders about 12 best practices during surgery, like a…

This study tested a school-based program designed to teach healthy habits to young children in New York City. The goal was to see if teaching kids about diet, exercise, and emotional health could improve their long-term heart health scores. The program was delivered in schools an…

This study tested a computer game called GAMBIT designed to help people with PTSD. Researchers wanted to see if playing this game could reduce PTSD symptoms and improve brain flexibility. The study involved 50 participants and measured symptoms before, during, and after the game …

This study tested if a digital home exercise program could work as well as standard physical therapy for people with chronic knee osteoarthritis pain. Participants were randomly assigned to either use the SimpleTherapy app at home or receive traditional physical therapy for six w…