Loyola University

This study tested whether a core-strengthening exercise program could reduce physical strain and pain for surgeons performing vaginal surgeries. Eighteen surgeons were involved to see if improving their fitness could lower their risk of work-related muscle and joint injuries. The…

This study tested if showing patients a photo of their knee's bending ability right after knee replacement surgery could help them recover faster. 59 adults having knee replacement were randomly assigned to either receive these photos or not. Researchers then checked if the photo…

This small pilot study tested a new feeding method for premature babies. Researchers wanted to see if a gentle, multisensory approach using human milk is practical for parents and nurses to use, and if it might help reduce stress and support the baby's development. The goal was t…

This study aimed to understand how Spanish-speaking patients with pelvic floor disorders, like incontinence or prolapse, prefer to be involved in making decisions about their treatment. Researchers worked with 106 new patients at a single clinic to learn if their preferred role i…

This research project followed 2500 Black adults in five countries to understand if the amount of energy people burn through daily activity is linked to weight gain and diabetes risk. Participants wore activity monitors, and some had special water tests, to accurately measure the…