Lahore University Of Biological And Applied Sciences
Clinical trials sponsored by Lahore University Of Biological And Applied Sciences, explained in plain language.
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New study pits weighted treadmills against Real-World practice to help kids walk
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which of two common physical therapy methods works better to improve walking and daily movement in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. It will compare Loaded Treadmill Training, which uses ankle weights during walking practice, with Task-Spe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC
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Light vs. electricity: race to fix facial paralysis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out whether light therapy or electrical stimulation works better for helping people recover from Bell's palsy, a condition that causes sudden facial weakness. Researchers will compare these two non-invasive treatments in 34 people who recently developed mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 12, 2026 13:50 UTC
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Can a special treadmill help kids with cerebral palsy walk better?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if a special treadmill training program can improve movement skills in children with a type of cerebral palsy that causes uncontrolled movements. It will compare the treadmill training to standard physical therapy over four weeks. Researchers will measure c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 06, 2026 15:38 UTC
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Better Warm-Up could mean fewer gym injuries
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which type of warm-up is better for people who work out at the gym. Researchers will compare a new, more active warm-up focused on balance and coordination to a traditional one of light jogging and stretching. The goal is to see which method improves s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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New study tests Hands-On therapies for aching knees
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which of two physical therapy approaches works better for people with moderate knee osteoarthritis. Researchers will compare two different hands-on joint mobilization techniques, both combined with special strengthening exercises, in 68 participants. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Hands-On healing: which massage technique works best for stiff necks?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which of two specific hands-on massage techniques works better for relieving neck pain and stiffness caused by muscle knots. Researchers will compare the Integrated Neuromuscular Inhibition Technique (INIT) with the Active Release Technique (ART) in 64…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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New wearable device challenges standard care for Post-Cancer swelling
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which physical therapy works better for reducing arm swelling, pain, and stiffness in women who have had a mastectomy. Researchers will compare the current standard treatment (Complete Decongestive Therapy) with a newer, wearable compression device (No…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Can changing how you think about pain ease your aching back?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether adding a special type of education about pain to standard core-strengthening exercises helps people with long-term, unexplained low back pain. It will involve 62 adults who have had back pain for at least three months. One group will do exercises plu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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New combo therapy tested for stubborn low back pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether adding pelvic floor muscle exercises to a standard muscle therapy program works better for reducing pain and improving daily function in adults with sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Researchers will compare two groups: one gets the muscle therapy plus t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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New light and vibration combo targets restless legs and sleep
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing a non-drug treatment for restless leg syndrome (RLS) in people with diabetes. It will see if combining near-infrared light therapy and vibration therapy is better than using either one alone at reducing leg discomfort, pain, and improving sleep. 42 participa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Two exercise plans battle computer user headaches
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see which of two exercise programs works better to reduce pain, improve posture, and lower disability for people who get headaches from neck problems, specifically those who work long hours on computers. It will compare a 'Back School' program (with exercises a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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New study tests best exercises to heal 'Mommy Tummy'
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find the most effective exercise program for postpartum women with abdominal muscle separation (diastasis recti). It will compare three different six-week exercise routines focusing on either deep core muscles, surface abdominal muscles, or a combination of bot…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New exercise combo tested to thaw frozen shoulder pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether adding specific chest muscle stretches and strengthening exercises to standard shoulder mobility workouts works better for reducing pain and improving movement in people with frozen shoulder. Researchers will compare two groups of 70 adults aged 40-7…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New study tests which back exercise works best for pelvic pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compared two different exercise approaches for people with chronic sacroiliac joint pain, which causes lower back and buttock discomfort. Forty adults with this condition performed either Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (breathing and movement-based exercises) or t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Shake it off? vibrations tested to loosen stiff arms after stroke
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which type of vibration therapy works better to reduce muscle stiffness (spasticity) and improve arm control in people recovering from a stroke. It will compare two methods: vibrations applied to a specific muscle versus vibrations applied to the whole…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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New therapy tested to ease painful arm cords after breast cancer surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which of two physical therapy approaches works better for women experiencing painful, rope-like cords and stiffness in their arm after breast cancer surgery (mastectomy). Fifty-eight women will be randomly assigned to receive either a standard muscle e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Special glasses aim to steady stroke survivors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing if a simple pair of prism glasses can help people recover after a stroke. The glasses are designed to help correct vision problems that can throw off balance and walking. Researchers will compare stroke patients who get the glasses along with their usual phy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 24, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Can specialized training ease knee pain better than strength work?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which type of exercise works better for people with early-stage knee osteoarthritis: sensory-motor training (focusing on balance and coordination) or traditional resistance training (focusing on muscle strength). It will involve 52 adults aged 40-60 in…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:19 UTC
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New therapy aims to get concussed athletes back in the game
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of physical therapy to help young athletes recover from post-concussion syndrome. It will test whether a specialized balance and gaze training program works better than standard physical therapy at improving stability, reducing fear of re-injury, and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Pilates vs. balance training: the battle for Footballers' ankles
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether Pilates exercises are better than standard balance training for football players who have chronic ankle instability. 88 male players will be split into two groups and do either Pilates or balance training three times a week for eight weeks. Researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:16 UTC
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Hot or cold? study tests therapies to ease common Runner's knee pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if adding heat therapy or contrast (hot/cold) therapy to a standard exercise program works better for reducing pain, swelling, and movement problems in adults with chronic kneecap pain. Researchers will compare two groups of 40 participants, each doing the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Can Re-Training your Brain's senses ease chronic back pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing if adding a specific 'sensory discrimination training' to standard pain education and core exercises helps people with long-term low back pain. It will involve 80 participants who will attend twice-weekly sessions for eight weeks. The main goal is to see if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:24 UTC
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Virtual reality games vs. Hands-On therapy: new study tests ways to help Parkinson's patients regain arm control
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if virtual reality games or a specific hands-on physical therapy technique works better to improve arm movement, reduce tremors, and enhance coordination in people with Parkinson's disease. It will involve 28 participants who will try one of the two therapy…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 11, 2026 14:54 UTC
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Jump training vs. bands: which makes football players quicker?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out which type of training is better for improving agility and reducing how hard exercise feels for recreational football players. It will compare plyometric jump training to exercises using resistance bands. Forty healthy male players will be randomly ass…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC