Nova Southeastern University
Clinical trials sponsored by Nova Southeastern University, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- New breathing training aims to boost cough strength in ALS patients Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Gentle neck zap may help ALS patients swallow again Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Zap to see: electrical therapy for eye disease Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Pregnancy stress study seeks to unlock safer births Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Cartoon characters could make Kids' eye exams more accurate Results expected Apr 2027 (estimated)
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Teach-Back method may cut heart failure readmissions
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a structured discharge education session using the 'teach-back' method—where patients repeat instructions in their own words—could help heart failure patients better understand their condition and self-care routines. The goal was to reduce 30-day hospita…
Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Can a simple Skin-Level electric pulse ease muscle stiffness in a rare neurological disease?
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial asks whether a single 30-minute session of transcutaneous electrical stimulation, applied to the back and abdomen, can reduce muscle spasticity and improve walking in people with primary lateral sclerosis (PLS). Participants will attend one clinic visit, receive the st…
Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a tiny electric zap ease arthritis pain?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a gentle electrical current, called frequency specific microcurrent, can lower inflammation and pain in obese adults with osteoarthritis. Ten participants received one hour of treatment and had blood drawn to measure inflammatory markers. They also fille…
Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to reset gulf war illness symptoms
Symptom relief CompletedThis early-stage study tested a combination of two drugs (etanercept and mifepristone) in 20 male veterans with Gulf War Illness. The goal was to see if the treatment is safe and can help reset the body's systems to reduce symptoms like fatigue, pain, and memory problems. Results…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Veterans with PTSD take the wheel: racecar simulator may ease symptoms
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a racecar-simulation program combined with psychological skills training could help veterans with PTSD improve their ability to handle stress and emotions. One veteran completed the program, which included techniques like self-talk, goal-setting, and bio…
Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:39 UTC