Middle East University
Clinical trials sponsored by Middle East University, explained in plain language.
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Could a Space-Age treadmill help spinal injury patients walk again?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether walking on an antigravity treadmill can boost heart and lung fitness and improve leg function in 60 people with incomplete spinal cord injury. Participants will do gait training on the treadmill or between parallel bars. The goal is to see if this spe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Middle East University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could electromagnetic pulses help MS patients stay steady?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a device that delivers high-intensity focused electromagnetic pulses can strengthen core muscles and improve balance in people with multiple sclerosis. Sixty participants will either receive the electromagnetic therapy plus balance exercises, or balance e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Middle East University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Gentle massage technique may boost exercise and life quality in fibromyalgia
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a hands-on technique called manual diaphragmatic release in 60 women with fibromyalgia who are not very active. The goal is to see if it improves exercise capacity, breathing muscle strength, symptoms, and quality of life. Participants will be randomly assigned t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Middle East University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could electromagnetic pulses ease your knee pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a device that delivers high-intensity electromagnetic pulses to the thigh muscles can reduce pain and improve quality of life in people with patellofemoral pain syndrome (front knee pain). Sixty adults with persistent knee pain will be randomly assigned t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Middle East University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New heat therapy could ease knee pain without surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether TECAR therapy—a device that delivers gentle heat deep into the knee—can reduce pain, improve balance, and boost quality of life in elderly men with knee osteoarthritis. Eighty men will receive either real TECAR plus standard physiotherapy or a sham versio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Middle East University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Virtual reality tested as pain relief for advanced breast cancer
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether virtual reality (VR) guided imagery can reduce pain in people with stage III or IV breast cancer. Ninety participants will be split into three groups: one using immersive VR (headset), one using non-immersive VR (computer screen), and a control group rece…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Middle East University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Lifting weights to lift mood: new study tests exercise for Diabetes-Related depression
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether resistance training and breathing exercises can reduce depression and improve sleep and quality of life in women with type 1 diabetes. About 78 women with good blood sugar control and mild to moderate depression will take part. The exercises target ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Middle East University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New heat therapy may soothe pelvic pain in men
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests TECAR therapy, a type of heat treatment, to see if it can reduce pain and improve quality of life in men with chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome. About 60 men aged 30-50 with symptoms lasting over 6 months will receive the therapy. The goal is to he…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Middle East University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Magnetic zaps for slipped discs: new hope for back pain sufferers?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive magnetic therapy (HIFEM) can reduce pain and improve daily life in people with a slipped disc in the lower back. Sixty adults aged 30-60 with at least three months of back pain will receive either the magnetic treatment or a standard approa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Middle East University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC