Shanghai University Of Sport
Clinical trials sponsored by Shanghai University Of Sport, explained in plain language.
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Race Walkers' breathing under the microscope: altitude study reveals hidden lung strain
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at whether training at high altitudes causes or worsens exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) in 64 elite race walkers. Participants completed lung function tests, treadmill challenges, and blood draws at both low and high altitudes over 2-4 months. The goa…
Sponsor: Shanghai University of Sport • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Zap away Parkinson's tremors? new brain stimulation shows promise
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial temporal interference stimulation (TIS) can improve movement problems in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty-seven participants received either real or sham stimulation over 10 se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai University of Sport • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Shaky training, steady aim? study tests unstable core workouts for elite shooters
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared two types of core strength training—on unstable surfaces like Swiss balls versus stable surfaces—in 20 elite 10-meter air pistol athletes over 8 weeks. Researchers measured shooting scores and how steadily athletes held the pistol. The goal was to see if unsta…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai University of Sport • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Brain and body boost: school program improves skills in kids with coordination challenges
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a school program for children aged 7 to 11 with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), which affects movement and coordination. The program combined motor exercises with cognitive tasks like imagining actions and watching movements. Over 10 weeks, 20 childre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai University of Sport • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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30 minutes of walking or baduanjin may sharpen the aging brain
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study investigates whether a single 30-minute session of brisk walking or Baduanjin (a gentle Chinese exercise) can improve inhibitory control—the ability to ignore distractions—in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Forty-five participants will be randomly assigned…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai University of Sport • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 05:00 UTC
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Just one workout may sharpen an aging brain, small study hints
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a single session of different exercises—qigong, brisk walking, or elastic band workouts—could improve cognitive flexibility (the ability to switch between tasks) in 60 older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Participants did 30 minutes of moderat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai University of Sport • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC