Sanford Health
Clinical trials sponsored by Sanford Health, explained in plain language.
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Can Over-the-Counter painkillers replace opioids after knee surgery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares opioid (Norco) and non-opioid (ibuprofen and acetaminophen) pain medications in 148 adults undergoing knee arthroscopy. Participants take one tablet up to four times daily for seven days after surgery. The goal is to see if non-opioids provide similar pain rel…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Brain zaps may ease Parkinson's movement woes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve motor function and reduce fatigue in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will apply mild electrical current to the movement-control area of the brain over multiple sessions. The t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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5,000 athletes to help unlock secrets of ACL injuries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study will collect movement data from 5,000 healthy athletes aged 10 to 65 who play organized sports. Researchers will track participants for 12 months to see who gets injured, especially ACL tears. The goal is to build a database of normal movement patterns to…
Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Can stress from the past affect pregnancy today? new study seeks answers for indigenous mothers.
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how historical trauma and everyday stress may impact pregnancy outcomes in Indigenous American women. Researchers will gather information from 80 pregnant women about their experiences and measure how their bodies respond to stress. The goal is to understand t…
Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can a simple blood test during checkups catch diabetes and celiac disease early?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether it's practical to screen thousands of children for type 1 diabetes and celiac disease during their regular doctor visits. Researchers will enroll up to 33,000 children from birth to age 6 and follow them for about 5 years. The goal is to see if paren…
Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC