Sanford Health
Clinical trials sponsored by Sanford Health, explained in plain language.
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Knee surgery pain relief: opioids vs. safer alternatives
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two approaches to managing pain after knee surgery: traditional opioid medications versus non-opioid alternatives. Researchers want to see if common non-opioid medications work as well as opioids for pain relief while potentially avoiding opioid risks. The stu…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
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Zapping the brain to fight Parkinson's fatigue
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation technique can help people with Parkinson's disease move better and feel less tired. Researchers will use a device that delivers a very mild electrical current to the scalp to stimulate brain areas involved in mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:17 UTC
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Study probes how historical trauma affects pregnancy health
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why American Indian women in the Midwest experience higher rates of poor birth outcomes. Researchers will gather information from 80 pregnant American Indian women about their experiences with historical trauma and current stress, while also measurin…
Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Massive study tests 33,000 kids for hidden diabetes risk
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis large study aims to screen 33,000 children for early warning signs of type 1 diabetes and celiac disease during their regular doctor visits. Researchers want to see if routine screening can help identify children at risk before they get seriously ill. Children who test posit…
Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:34 UTC
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Massive study tracks 5000 athletes to crack the code on ACL injuries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why some athletes get ACL and other sports injuries by tracking 5,000 healthy athletes for one year. Researchers will measure athletes' movement patterns and strength during preseason screenings, then follow up to see who gets injured. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC