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Clinical trials sponsored by Ohio State University, explained in plain language.
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Can mindfulness lower blood pressure? new study investigates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding an 8-week online mindfulness program, called Mindfulness in Motion, to usual care helps people with high blood pressure improve their blood pressure, weight, stress, sleep, and well-being. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the mindfu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Free veggies and cooking classes aim to tame diabetes in pregnancy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program that delivers fresh produce to the homes of pregnant women with type 1 or 2 diabetes who also struggle to afford healthy food. Participants also get group classes on diabetes, nutrition, and cooking, plus help finding other resources. The goal is to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a special supplement boost health in cystic fibrosis?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a nutrition supplement with different forms of certain nutrients works better than standard supplements for adults with cystic fibrosis. Sixty participants will take the supplement for six weeks, and researchers will measure nutrient levels in their b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Your own blood may help your gums heal faster after a tooth pull
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) – a natural substance made from your own blood – to a bone graft helps the extraction site heal faster and grow more bone. Fourteen adults needing two tooth extractions will receive PRF plus bone graft in one socket and s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Which flap technique helps implant gums heal better? new study aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two common surgical techniques used to uncover dental implants during a second-stage procedure: the Apically Positioned Flap and the Rolled Flap Technique. Researchers want to see which method leads to better gum healing, thickness, and appearance over one yea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New program aims to keep people in substance use treatment by addressing hidden brain injuries
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a program called TBI-RECOVER that screens for brain injury and provides special support in substance use treatment. About 900 adults in outpatient therapy will take part. The goal is to see if the program helps people stay in treatment longer and feel better.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New study tests best bone mix for stronger dental implants
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at a surgery that adds bone to the upper jaw to support dental implants. Ten healthy, non-smoking adults will receive two different bone graft mixtures, one on each side of their jaw. The goal is to see which mixture leads to better bone healing and strength over…
Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Booster shot may extend time between surgeries for RRP patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a one-time booster dose of the Gardasil-9 vaccine can lengthen the time between surgeries for adults with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP), a condition where non-cancerous growths keep coming back in the airway. Researchers will enroll 50 adults…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Could 3 days of antibiotics be enough before prostate surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking antibiotics for 3 days before prostate surgery works as well as the usual 7 days to prevent infections like urinary tract infections or sepsis. The trial includes 250 adults who have a urinary catheter and are scheduled for a specific prostate proc…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Heart patients get a coach: will it keep them healthier?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether 12 virtual health coaching sessions over 16 weeks can help people with heart disease (like heart failure or a heart attack) improve their health, reduce stress, and lower the chance of going back to the hospital. About 70 adults will take part, and the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Mind over menopause: new study tests lifestyle medicine for symptom relief
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether monthly group medical visits focused on lifestyle medicine and mindfulness can help women ages 40-60 going through perimenopause or menopause. Over eight months, participants will learn about healthy living, practice mindfulness, and have check-ups to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Pickles and yogurt might ease bowel troubles in spinal cord injury
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether eating at least 6 servings of fermented foods daily for 10 weeks can improve bowel function and gut health in adults with chronic spinal cord injury. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a high-fermented-food diet or a control diet. The resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Weekly sound baths may soothe caregiver stress, tiny study hints
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether a weekly 60-minute sound bowl meditation, offered for six weeks, can lower stress and anxiety in unpaid caregivers. Forty adult caregivers who have been helping a chronically ill or disabled family member or friend for at least six months will p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Suction scopes face off in kidney stone trial
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two new suction-based tools (FANS and CVAC) for removing medium-to-large kidney stones. About 159 adults with stones 8-20 mm will be randomly assigned to one device. The goal is to see which scope clears more stones completely, as shown on CT scans.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Sleep troubles? try a cookie!
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether eating special healthy cookies high in linoleic acid (a type of fat) for 8 weeks can improve sleep quality in overweight adults who have trouble sleeping. Researchers will measure sleep changes, blood fat levels, and how well people stick to eating the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Can clearing old cells boost brain and body in MS? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether a combination of two drugs, dasatinib and quercetin, can safely remove aged, damaged cells that may contribute to inflammation and nerve damage in people with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). The study enrolls 30 adults aged 50-8…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Virtual reality fights pharmacy stigma for sickle cell patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a computer simulation can help pharmacists and pharmacy students better understand the pain struggles of sickle cell disease patients. About 200 healthcare professionals will use a point-of-view simulation and then complete surveys to see if their misconc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 23:00 UTC
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New family therapy aims to help women in court programs overcome opioid struggles
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a specially designed family therapy program is practical and well-liked by women who have opioid use disorder and are involved in the justice system. About 120 women and a family member will take part, with some receiving the therapy plus usual care…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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ER study to determine best breathing aid for oxygen crisis
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two non-invasive breathing support methods—a face mask that pushes air in and a special nasal tube that delivers high-flow oxygen—for adults in the emergency room with dangerously low blood oxygen. About 500 participants will be randomly assigned to one me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Gum Surgery's hidden impact: blood tests reveal stress response
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how gum surgery changes inflammation markers in the blood. Researchers will take blood samples from 30 adults before, during, and after dental procedures. The goal is to see if surgical stress causes a different inflammatory response compared to non-surgical c…
Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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New study aims to understand dementia risk in Under-Resourced communities
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 1,000 older adults from under-resourced communities who have early memory concerns or mild cognitive impairment. Participants will be monitored through phone or video visits, with data collected on thinking skills, brain scans, and blood samples. The goal i…
Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Are your dental implants tilted differently than your real teeth?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will look at existing dental records to see how the angle of a molar implant compares to the natural tooth it replaced or the matching tooth on the other side. No new participants will be enrolled. The goal is to understand typical differences in positioning, which may…
Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Magic Mushroom-Like drug tested for depression and anxiety
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will give 40 adults with major depression and moderate-to-severe anxiety a single dose of CYB003 (a synthetic version of psilocin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) or a placebo. Researchers will use brain scans (fMRI, EEG) and questionnaires to see how the dru…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC