Manchester University Nhs Foundation Trust
Clinical trials sponsored by Manchester University Nhs Foundation Trust, explained in plain language.
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No sling needed? new study tests faster recovery after shoulder surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a faster recovery plan (no sling, early exercises) works better than the standard plan (sling for 6 weeks, slower exercises) after rotator cuff repair. About 50 adults over 40 with a torn rotator cuff will be randomly assigned to one of the two rehab p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:51 UTC
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Ambulance access study aims to make maternity care fairer for all
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether women from different backgrounds have equal access to ambulance services during pregnancy, birth, and after having a baby. Researchers will analyze data from 18,000 women in Manchester, UK, comparing those who used an ambulance with those who didn't, a…
Sponsor: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 17, 2026 00:42 UTC
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Voice disorder study seeks to uncover hidden costs of spasmodic dysphonia
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how spasmodic dysphonia, a condition that causes uncontrollable voice spasms, affects patients' jobs and social lives. Researchers will interview 20 adults who have received Botox injections for this condition. The goal is to understand the real-world impact o…
Sponsor: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:51 UTC
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New study aims to uncover hidden dental risks of proton therapy in kids
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how proton beam therapy (PBT) affects the teeth and jaws of children treated for head and neck cancer. Researchers will survey survivors and review dental records to see how often problems occur. The goal is to better understand these side effects and improve …
Sponsor: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:51 UTC
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Heart stop study halted before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to measure blood pressure in adults experiencing cardiac arrest to better understand how it changes during resuscitation and with treatments like adrenaline. The goal was to improve future care by gathering detailed data. However, the study was withdrawn b…
Sponsor: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:05 UTC
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10,000 heart patients enrolled in MRI study to predict future health
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is looking at how heart MRI scans can help predict future health problems in people with known or suspected heart disease. Researchers will follow 10,000 patients over time to see if the scans can predict serious events like death or heart failure. The goal is to bette…
Sponsor: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:07 UTC