National University Hospital, Singapore

This study tested a soft robotic sock called VACOM in 19 stroke patients who had trouble moving their ankle. The sock gently moves the ankle to prevent stiffness and improve blood flow, aiming to reduce the risk of blood clots and contractures. The trial is complete, but results …

This early-stage trial tested whether adding pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMFs) to standard chemotherapy is safe for people with breast cancer. Fourteen participants received the combination before surgery. The main goal was to check for side effects, not to cure the disease. …

This study tested a device called SynPhNe that combines physical therapy with brain feedback to help stroke patients improve hand movement. Fifty-one recent stroke survivors used the device alongside standard therapy. The goal was to see if it could boost recovery and be used wit…

This early-phase study tested a combination of three drugs—selinexor, nivolumab, and ipilimumab—in 11 adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors that had stopped responding to standard treatments. The main goal was to check the safety and tolerability of the combination, whi…

This study is testing a new smart sensor that listens to chest sounds to help doctors screen for pneumonia in people who have had a stroke or are on dialysis for kidney failure. About 50 adults will take part, and the sensor's findings will be checked against chest X-rays. The go…

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Singapore, yet only 30-40% attend regular mammograms. This trial enrolls 12,000 women aged 50-69 who haven't had a mammogram in two years. It compares five approaches: a simple reminder, a $10 voucher, a chance to win $5,000,…

This study tests a device that cools and compresses the arms and legs to see if it can prevent nerve damage caused by chemotherapy. The device is first tested in healthy volunteers to find the best temperature and pressure, then in cancer patients receiving weekly paclitaxel. The…

This small study tested whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (tDCS) can improve arm movement in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. 11 participants received either real or fake stimulation along with standard hand and arm therapy for 20 sessions. Re…

This study tested whether letting patients pick their own aromatherapy scent (lavender, geranium, lemongrass, or sandalwood) could lower anxiety before eye surgery. 64 adults undergoing short eye procedures chose their preferred scent or received an odorless placebo patch. Resear…