South Valley University

This study is testing whether a simple blood score can predict which elderly patients will develop confusion (delirium) after hip fracture surgery. Researchers will measure inflammation and nutrition markers in 168 patients aged 60+ before surgery, then track who develops confusi…

This study is testing a new nerve-block technique to help control pain after hip fracture surgery. The technique, called a FRONT block, uses one injection to target two nerves that supply the front of the hip. Researchers hope it will provide strong pain relief while allowing pat…

This study is testing whether using artificial intelligence (AI) during walking practice can help people who have had a leg amputated above the knee. It will involve 40 participants and will measure if the AI-guided training improves their balance and stability while walking. The…

This study is testing whether a structured, supervised exercise and breathing program helps people recover better after heart valve replacement surgery. It will compare this special rehab program to standard physical therapy. The goal is to see if the program improves breathing, …

This study aims to see if ultrasound scans of the neck can better predict when placing a breathing tube during surgery will be difficult, especially for pregnant women. Researchers will compare ultrasound measurements to traditional check-up methods in three groups: non-pregnant …

This study aims to understand how changes in a gene called TREX1 are related to skin symptoms and overall disease activity in people with lupus. Researchers will enroll 90 adults with lupus who have skin involvement to look for patterns between their genes, symptoms, and blood te…