Laval University

This study looks at whether drinking cranberry juice can help overweight and obese adults improve their blood sugar, insulin levels, and gut health. About 73 participants will drink either a cranberry beverage or a placebo for 12 weeks, then switch after a break. The goal is to s…

This study compares three types of weight-loss surgery to the best medical care for helping people with type 2 diabetes achieve long-term remission. About 408 severely obese adults with diabetes will be followed to see which approach works best for controlling blood sugar and imp…

This study looks at 151 people who had sleeve gastrectomy but didn't lose enough weight or regained it. It compares a newer, simpler surgery (SADI-S) with a standard, more complex one (BPD-DS) to see which works better with fewer side effects. The goal is to help patients achieve…

This pilot study tests whether giving activated charcoal within 6 hours of swallowing a poisonous substance can prevent the poison from getting worse and shorten hospital stays. About 100 adults and children will be randomly assigned to receive either charcoal or standard care. T…

This study is testing a virtual peer support program for 300 people in Canada living with type 1 diabetes (or their caregivers). Participants join small online groups based on shared experiences (like age, parenting, or cultural background) and attend monthly meetings and webinar…

This study tests whether adding a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (rTMS) to a special type of physiotherapy can better reduce chronic low back pain and disability in military veterans. About 96 veterans with long-lasting back pain and high emotional distress will receive…

This study compares a motorized lumbar support to a standard back brace in 70 adults with non-specific low back pain. The goal is to see if the motorized version reduces pain and improves daily function better. Participants wear the brace during daily activities and report pain l…

This study tests a 12-week supervised rehabilitation program for people with two rare genetic diseases that cause walking and balance problems. 84 participants will either get the program or usual care. The goal is to see if the program reduces disease severity and fall risk. It …

This study compares breathing machine settings chosen by doctors with those recommended by a smartphone app called VentilO for patients just after heart surgery. The goal is to see if the app reduces the chance of respiratory acidosis (too much acid in the blood). About 76 adults…

This study looks at how the type of oxygen monitor and the target oxygen level affect the amount of oxygen given to ICU patients on high-flow nasal oxygen therapy. Researchers will test two different oximeters and two oxygen targets in 30 adults to see which combination leads to …

This study looks at how milk, fermented milk, and soy drinks change the gut health of adults aged 45-65 with belly fat and slightly high blood sugar or cholesterol. Researchers will measure gut bacteria, gut leaks, and inflammation. The goal is to see if dairy is better for the g…

This study looks at how dairy protein from yogurt, compared to a plant-based alternative, affects body composition, bone density, and gut bacteria in overweight postmenopausal women. Participants will follow a 12-week weight loss diet and be assigned to eat yogurt, plant-based yo…

This study looks at how the oxygen level target and the type of oximeter used together affect the amount of oxygen patients need. It includes 40 adults in the cardiac surgery ICU who are either breathing on their own or on a ventilator. The goal is to see if using a higher oxygen…