Loma Linda University
Clinical trials sponsored by Loma Linda University, explained in plain language.
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Could a High-Fat diet help heal the brain after injury?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a ketogenic or modified Atkins diet can improve brain function and recovery in people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury. Twenty-one adults who were recently injured took part. The goal was to see if changing the brain's fuel source could …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Which Pre-Med regimen best stops paclitaxel allergic reactions?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested three different methods to prevent allergic reactions in breast and gynecologic cancer patients receiving the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel. 90 adult women were randomly assigned to receive either oral dexamethasone before treatment, intravenous dexamethasone jus…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Soy powder shows promise for brain and immunity in seniors
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a fermented soy powder called Q CAN PLUS could improve thinking, immune function, and the body's response to the flu vaccine in healthy adults aged 65 and older. Researchers measured changes in blood markers and cognitive tests over 16 weeks. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:17 UTC
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Do patients need opioids after outpatient ENT surgery? study investigates satisfaction.
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how satisfied patients were with their pain control after outpatient ear, nose, and throat surgery. Researchers compared standard opioid painkillers to non-opioid options. 160 adults took part, and the goal was to see if non-opioid medicines could provide equ…
Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Blueberry power: could this berry strengthen aging immune systems?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether eating blueberries can improve immune function in overweight older men and postmenopausal women aged 50-70. Researchers measured changes in immune cells and inflammation markers in 52 participants. The goal was to understand how a simple dietary chang…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Almonds vs. flu: daily snack may boost vaccine power in overweight adults
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether eating almonds every day can strengthen the immune system and improve how well the flu vaccine works in overweight middle-aged men and women. About 61 participants ate almonds or a placebo for several months. Researchers measured immune cells and infl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Loma Linda University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:51 UTC