National Defense Medical Center, Taiwan
Clinical trials sponsored by National Defense Medical Center, Taiwan, explained in plain language.
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Soothing sore breasts before birth may boost breastfeeding success
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a simple intervention to relieve breast tenderness in late pregnancy could improve breastfeeding, reduce breast engorgement, and lower stress for new mothers. 160 healthy pregnant women took part. The goal was to see if this approach helps mothers fee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Defense Medical Center, Taiwan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 03:27 UTC
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Pumping away long COVID: simple leg cuff therapy shows promise
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether enhanced external counterpulsation (EECP) therapy can improve heart and lung function in adults with long COVID. Ten participants received EECP sessions either one hour daily for seven weeks or two hours daily for about four weeks. The therapy uses infla…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Defense Medical Center, Taiwan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 03:26 UTC
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New sleep program aims to help preterm babies and parents rest easier
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested an early sleep program for preterm infants (born before 37 weeks) and their caregivers. Researchers followed 86 families to see if the program improved the baby's sleep and health, and reduced caregiver stress while boosting their quality of life and bonding wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Defense Medical Center, Taiwan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC