Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital

This study tested a special earmuff device that swaps sound between your left and right ears, called auditory mirror therapy. 56 adults with chronic tinnitus (ringing in the ears for over 3 months) wore the device to see if it could reduce their tinnitus distress and loudness. Th…

This study tested three treatments for non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy, a common overuse injury in runners. 46 runners were randomly assigned to physical therapy, shockwave therapy, or a combination of shockwave and light therapy. The goal was to see which approach best imp…

This small study tested a non-invasive nerve stimulation method called RAVANS in 15 adults with Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome (PTLDS). The goal was to see if it could reduce ongoing symptoms like fatigue and pain. Participants kept their usual treatments while receiving th…

This study tested a new rehab program that uses mobile health technology to help older adults stay physically independent. 75 people aged 65-95 with some walking difficulty took part. The program focused on improving mobility and function over one year.

This study tested whether the drug Buspar can increase breathing capacity in people with chronic high-level spinal cord injuries. Thirteen adults with injuries at or above the T3 level took part. Researchers measured lung function, breathing drive, sleep quality, and exercise cap…

This study tested a new treatment called Transcranial Pulse Stimulation (TPS) in 14 people with Parkinson's disease. TPS uses gentle sound waves to stimulate the brain, aiming to improve movement, thinking, mood, and other symptoms. Researchers checked if the treatment was safe a…

This study tested a treatment called tDCS, which uses mild electrical current to stimulate the brain, combined with aerobic exercise, to see if it could improve pain control in people with fibromyalgia. 116 adults with fibromyalgia took part. The goal was to understand how these …

This study tested whether a new stimulation device is safe and practical for people with a recent spinal cord injury (less than 6 months). Eight adults participated while staying at a rehabilitation hospital. Researchers checked for side effects and measured how well the device w…

This study tested a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear to see how it affects brain activity and the body's stress response. 44 healthy adults received either real or fake stimulation during a single session. The goal was to understand the basic science,…

This study looked at whether slow, yogic-style breathing can affect heart rate and blood pressure in people with spinal cord injury. Seventeen wheelchair users completed breathing exercises while researchers measured heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels. The goal was to …