Northwestern University

This study tested whether giving donor stem cells along with a kidney transplant from an identical sibling could allow patients to safely stop taking anti-rejection drugs after one year. Eighty-eight participants received the treatment and were followed for up to 10 years to see …

This study tested a technology service to help care managers in obstetrics clinics treat depression in pregnant women and new mothers. 75 English-speaking adults with moderate to severe depression who owned a smartphone took part. The goal was to see if the tech support improved …

This study looked at whether having a physical therapist in the emergency department can help people with chronic low back pain. 128 adults with low back pain were included. The goal was to see if this approach improves daily functioning and reduces the need for strong pain medic…

This study looked at ways to reduce pain in women who had severe tears during childbirth (called OASIS). 67 women were given either a placebo, a low dose of ketamine plus morphine, or morphine alone. The goal was to see which treatment worked best for pain one week after delivery…

This study tested a digital mental health app for young adults (ages 18-25) who hurt themselves but are not in treatment. Participants used either a self-guided app, the app with coaching, or received educational content. The goal was to see if the app is practical and helpful in…

This study looked at whether a person's working memory (a type of short-term memory) can help decide which hearing aid settings work best for them. 42 adults with hearing loss listened to sentences in noisy situations using different hearing aid features. The goal is to make hear…

This study followed over 2,000 pregnant women to measure their blood sugar levels throughout pregnancy. The goal was to see how glucose patterns relate to gestational diabetes and whether the baby is born larger than normal. Researchers used continuous glucose monitors and standa…