Rush University Medical Center

This study tested a program to help African American and Latinx patients with high blood pressure get their numbers under control. Participants used home blood pressure cuffs and received support to lower their readings below 130/80 mmHg. The goal was to reduce racial gaps in hea…

This study tested a new way to help new mothers get birth control by scheduling it alongside their baby's first checkup. Over 2,500 women at community health centers took part. The goal was to see if this approach increases the number of women who receive contraception within two…

This study looked at whether a home-based physical activity program and computer-based brain training could help prevent memory loss in older women with heart disease. 253 women aged 65 and older took part. The goal was to see if these lifestyle changes could protect memory and t…

This study looked at whether special hip precautions (like not bending too far) are needed after hip replacement surgery to prevent the hip from popping out of place. Over 1,100 people who had hip replacement took part. The goal was to see if skipping these precautions affects sa…

This study looked at 100 people who had reverse shoulder replacement to see if doing exercises at home works as well as going to a physical therapist. Researchers measured pain, movement, and function over two years. The goal is to help patients and doctors choose the best recove…

This study tested a smartphone app called e-PainSupport for people receiving home hospice care. The app helps patients and their caregivers report pain levels to nurses and learn about pain management. Researchers wanted to see if using the app could reduce pain intensity. The st…

This study tested whether duloxetine, a medication usually used for depression, can help reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after knee replacement surgery. 241 adults having knee replacement took part in a triple-blind trial where neither they, their doctors, nor the…

This study tested a program that includes fathers in prenatal care to help young couples prepare for parenthood. Over 200 couples took part in online education, co-parenting classes, and job support. The goal was to improve relationships, parenting confidence, and infant well-bei…

This pilot study tested whether AI-generated daily written summaries could help improve communication between ICU doctors and families. 27 participants, including clinicians and family members, took part. The goal was to see if this approach was acceptable and feasible, and if it…

This study asked 800 people from different backgrounds what would make them more interested in joining a clinical trial. Researchers looked at things like getting test results back, how much time is needed, and whether visits are at home or a clinic. The goal is to use these insi…

This study tested a new way to check if a damaged disc in the lower back was fully cleaned out during spine surgery. Surgeons used a special dye (ISOVUE) and X-rays to see how much disc material was removed. The study included 56 adults having a specific type of spine fusion for …

This study looked at how different airflow levels from two new high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) devices affect lung aeration in 26 healthy adults. Participants tried various flow settings while their lung volume and comfort were measured. The goal was to understand how device setti…

This completed study looked at 60 adults with severe breathing failure (ARDS), including from COVID-19, to understand why lying face-down (prone positioning) improves oxygen levels. Researchers used lung ultrasound to measure lung health before and after prone sessions. The goal …

This study looked at how much sleep loss and evening light stop morning bright light from helping teens fall asleep earlier. Researchers tested 88 teens aged 14-17 to find the breaking point where morning light stops working. The goal is to understand how to better align teen bod…

This study tracked 6,000 adults who had COVID-19 symptoms to see how their health changed over 18 months. Participants filled out online surveys every 3 months. The goal was to learn about long-term problems like chronic fatigue or heart issues, not to test a treatment.

This study looked at whether digital tools like apps, websites, and videos can help teenagers from underserved communities better understand and manage anxiety. 365 teens aged 13-17 with anxiety symptoms took part in pediatric primary care. Researchers measured changes in anxiety…