National Cheng Kung University

This study tested a tailored lifestyle counseling program for 120 adults with early-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD). Participants received personalized advice based on their readiness to change, focusing on diet, exercise, and kidney health knowledge. The goal was to see if th…

This study tested a digital program called DDEP, delivered through the LINE messaging app, to help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and their care partners make healthy lifestyle changes. Over six months, 208 participants either received the DDEP plus usual care or usual …

This study tested whether adding diaphragmatic resistance training (breathing exercises) to standard neck stabilization exercises can reduce pain and disability in people with chronic neck pain. 71 adults with neck pain lasting over 3 months did 6 weeks of home breathing exercise…

This study tested a mobile app designed to help gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men reduce the harms of chemsex—using drugs like ecstasy or crystal meth during sex. The app included features like a PrEP diary, facts to debunk chemsex myths, and alerts to emergency …

This study tested whether a 5-minute vibrating massage (VPM) helps leg muscles recover after exercise in 26 healthy adults. Researchers measured muscle tightness, strength, and jump performance before and after fatigue. The goal was to see if VPM improves muscle properties and sp…

This study looked at how neck pain changes the way people walk and control their movements. Researchers tested 60 adults—some with chronic neck pain and some without—while they performed walking tasks. The goal was to understand how neck problems affect balance and coordination d…

This completed study tested a virtual reality (VR) system to assess how well people with and without chronic neck pain control their head and neck movements. 70 participants performed tasks like moving their head to follow targets or returning to a starting position. The goal was…