Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-ho Memorial Hospital

This study tests whether using an air purifier at home can improve lung development in babies born prematurely (before 37 weeks). Researchers will measure indoor air quality and the babies' breathing at home, with and without the purifier. 180 infants up to age 6 are being recrui…

This study tests whether a 12-week adapted table tennis program can improve physical and mental health in adults with disabilities. Forty participants aged 18-75 will take part in weekly 2-hour group sessions led by a professional coach. The researchers will measure changes in mu…

This study looks at how older adults (ages 65-74) who live alone and have limb injuries experience recovery. Researchers are testing a special "Geriatric Trauma Care Program" to see if it can improve pain, daily function, mood, and loneliness. About 110 participants will join for…

This study tests whether face masks containing kaempferol, a plant compound, can improve skin hydration, elasticity, and wrinkles. Sixty women aged 25 to 60 will use either a kaempferol mask or a hyaluronic acid mask. Researchers will measure skin changes over time to see if kaem…

This study tests whether a high or low dose of high-intensity laser therapy works better for tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). Researchers will measure pain, grip strength, and quality of life in 45 adults over a short period. The goal is to find the most effective dose for t…

This study tests whether combining mirror therapy with either mild electrical stimulation or special sound beats can improve leg movement in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Seventy-two participants will be assigned to one of three groups and will do ankle exercis…

This study looks at whether playing or watching football, combined with hearing personal stories from people with mental illness, can reduce stigma among university students. About 210 students aged 18-30 will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: a standard talk-based ses…

This study tests a new way to teach medical ethics using simulated clinical situations with actors playing patients. 600 medical students will be randomly assigned to either the simulation group or a traditional workshop. Researchers will measure changes in moral reasoning, probl…