Loyola University

This study looked at whether giving patients a photo of their knee bending right after surgery helps them recover better. 59 adults having knee replacement were split into two groups: one got the photo, the other did not. Researchers checked knee movement and other recovery measu…

This study looked at whether a core-strengthening program could reduce the physical strain surgeons feel during long vaginal surgeries. 18 surgeons (residents, fellows, and attendings) participated. The goal was to see if exercise could help prevent work-related muscle pain and i…

This pilot study tested whether giving preterm infants small amounts of human milk by mouth early on can help reduce the harmful effects of stress. Fourteen babies born between 22 and 34 weeks took part. Researchers checked if the approach was practical and measured babies' devel…

This study looked at how Spanish-speaking patients with pelvic floor disorders want to be involved in decisions about their care. Researchers compared what role patients preferred (active, collaborative, or passive) with what actually happened during their doctor visits. The goal…

This study looked at how the calories people burn through physical activity relate to body weight and diabetes risk. Researchers tracked 2,500 Black adults from Ghana, South Africa, Seychelles, Jamaica, and the US over two years. They used activity monitors and special water test…