Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, explained in plain language.
-
Could a common painkiller speed up cellulitis recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingCellulitis is a painful bacterial skin infection. This study tests whether adding naproxen (an anti-inflammatory drug) to standard antibiotics helps reduce redness and pain faster than antibiotics alone. About 884 adults with cellulitis will take either naproxen or a placebo for …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
-
Could a new drug combo reduce steroid use in chemo patients?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a combination of anti-nausea drugs (netupitant/palonosetron) can effectively prevent nausea and vomiting in people with germ cell cancer receiving multi-day cisplatin chemotherapy, while using fewer steroids than usual. Ten participants will be randomly a…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
-
Puzzle your way to a sharper recovery? new trial tests Pre-Surgery brain training
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a coach-supported, online brain training program before elective surgery can help older adults recover their thinking skills faster. Researchers will enroll 103 people aged 60 and older who are waiting for surgery. The main goal is to see if partici…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
-
New study aims to reduce bleeding and clotting risks in cancer surgery patients on blood thinners
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 700 cancer patients who take blood thinners and are scheduled for surgery or medical procedures. Researchers will track how often major bleeding or clotting events occur within 30 days after the procedure. The goal is to see if current blood thinner management …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC