Loma Linda University

This study tests whether a 12-month diet low in salt, caffeine, protein, and carbs, but high in potassium and water, can slow kidney cyst growth in people with ADPKD. Researchers will compare MRI scans and urine markers between 30 adults on the special diet and those eating norma…

This study compares toothpaste tablets to a standard toothpaste for cleaning teeth and keeping gums healthy. Fifty adults will use one of the two products for six weeks. Researchers will measure plaque, gum inflammation, and cavities before and after the trial to see if the table…

This study tests if a special membrane made from donated birth tissue (amnion-chorion) works better than a standard collagen membrane for repairing bone loss around dental implants. About 56 adults with peri-implantitis (infection and bone loss around an implant) will receive one…

This study looks at whether giving iron every day or every other day works better for children with iron deficiency anemia. About 100 kids aged 1 to 18 will take oral iron for 3 months. Researchers will check blood levels to see which schedule helps more and causes fewer stomach …

This study compares two pain relievers given through an IV for sudden, severe kidney stone pain in the emergency department. Researchers want to see if lidocaine, a numbing medicine, works as well as morphine, an opioid, to reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers. About 2…

This pilot study tests whether a behavioral method called Emotional Brain Training (EBT) can help people in recovery from addiction better manage stress, anxiety, and cravings. About 54 adults receiving standard addiction treatment will either continue their usual care or also at…

This study looks at whether eating specific seeds during different parts of the menstrual cycle can help women with irregular periods, cramps, and PMS. About 50 women aged 18-45 will eat flax and pumpkin seeds in the first half of their cycle, then sunflower and sesame seeds in t…

This study looks at whether a special therapy called Intraneural Facilitation (INF) and a diet plan can reduce pain and improve walking in people with type 2 diabetes and nerve damage. About 60 adults aged 35 to 85 with moderate to severe nerve pain will be split into three group…

This study tests a procedure called cryoablation, which uses cold to temporarily freeze nerves around broken ribs. The goal is to reduce severe pain, improve breathing, and prevent complications like pneumonia. About 30 adults with multiple rib fractures will be randomly assigned…

This study is testing a new type of nasal breathing device for premature babies who have trouble breathing. Researchers want to see if this pressure-controlled system works as well as the current high-flow oxygen systems. The study will involve 40 very small premature infants in …

This study looks at whether eating mangoes can improve immune function and thinking skills in healthy young adults aged 18 to 30. Researchers will measure changes in immune cells and cognitive test scores after mango consumption. The goal is to understand potential benefits of ad…

This study looks at whether giving extra breastfeeding education before birth helps more mothers exclusively breastfeed their babies for the first 6 weeks. About 196 first-time or short-term breastfeeding moms will be involved. The goal is to improve breastfeeding rates by teachi…

This study looks at whether eating 1.5 cups of fresh mango daily for 12 weeks can improve gut health in people with prediabetes. Researchers will measure markers of gut leakage and beneficial gut bacteria byproducts using stored blood samples from a previous trial. The study invo…

This study looks at how the natural twist of the shoulder bone (retroversion) and a player's biological age affect shoulder strength in baseball players. Researchers will measure rotation and grip strength in 120 healthy players. The goal is to better understand these factors, no…