Laval University

This pilot study tests whether adding a six-month structured exercise and nutrition program to standard weight-loss medication helps adults with obesity keep more muscle mass and physical function compared to medication alone. About 120 adults aged 18-70 will be randomly assigned…

This study tests whether a series of four virtual reality (VR) exercises can improve arm function and reduce pain in people who have had rotator cuff-related shoulder pain for at least six months. Thirty participants will attend weekly VR sessions for four weeks and complete onli…

This study measures the temperature of air exhaled by patients on breathing machines. The goal is to better understand how much moisture is in their breath, which can help prevent dangerous blockages in the breathing tube. Researchers will enroll 70 adults in the intensive care u…

This study looks at 100 adults who needed a breathing machine after a heart attack or cardiac arrest. Researchers want to see how often acid-base problems happen and whether a computer program could suggest better ventilator settings. No new treatments are given—the team will rev…

This pilot study tests a 12-week program that uses the pleasure of eating to encourage more fruit and vegetable intake in adults with higher weight (BMI 30+). 88 participants will be split into a group that attends group sessions and phone coaching, and a control group that recei…

This study looks for substances in the blood that can tell if someone has eaten yogurt and how much. Sixteen healthy adults will follow different yogurt doses for a week each, and blood samples will be analyzed using AI. The goal is to create an objective test for yogurt intake, …

This study tests a free online platform called Precare for people waiting for bariatric surgery. The goal is to see if it helps patients feel more ready and informed, and reduces the number who decide not to have surgery. About 1,050 adults on the waiting list at a Quebec hospita…

This study will create and test online decision aids for parents and guardians in Canada who are considering screening their children for type 1 diabetes. Researchers will work with parents and experts to design the tools, then test them with 350 participants to see if they impro…