Taipei Medical University

This study looked at whether a special liquid food (enteral formula) with extra fiber and less salt could help control blood sugar and blood pressure in nursing home residents with diabetes who are fed through a tube. Thirty-two adults received this formula as their only nutritio…

This study tested a system that helps cancer patients manage fatigue. Patients used an app to report their tiredness and wore a smartwatch to track activity. Based on their fatigue level, they received personalized exercise advice. The goal was to see if this approach could reduc…

This study tested whether a daily drink made from perch essence could help improve thinking and memory in people with mild cognitive impairment. 54 adults aged 45 and older with early memory problems took part. For 24 weeks, half drank perch essence twice a day, while the other h…

This study tested whether a combination of UC-II, glucosamine, and curcumin supplements can reduce knee pain and inflammation in 32 adults with chronic knee pain. Participants took the supplements or a placebo for a period, and researchers measured pain levels, knee function, and…

This study tested whether a 12-week foot-ankle exercise program could help adults with type 2 diabetes who have nerve pain in their feet. Researchers compared it to walking and to standard education alone. The main goal was to see if a larger study is possible, but early results …

This study looked at whether foot-ankle exercises or walking exercises can help people with type 2 diabetes who have nerve problems in their feet. 375 adults with diabetes were split into three groups: one did foot-ankle exercises, one did walking, and one received only standard …

This study tested whether watching virtual natural environments—through a VR headset or a tablet—could improve relaxation, mood, and stress in older adults living in long-term care facilities. Over 100 residents aged 60 and older took part, viewing nature scenes for 10 minutes, t…

This study tested whether a fermented milk drink containing a specific probiotic (Lactobacillus casei Shirota) could help elderly Taiwanese people with sarcopenia, a condition of age-related muscle loss. Researchers measured changes in gut bacteria, muscle strength, and walking s…

This study tested whether a computer model could predict kidney damage from platinum-based chemotherapy more accurately than doctors. Researchers collected data from 77 cancer patients in Taiwan and tracked their kidney function after treatment. The goal was to see if machine lea…

This study tested whether a single virtual reality (VR) session, where caregivers experience what it's like to have dementia, could increase their empathy and improve their attitudes. 227 caregivers of people with dementia took part. The results showed that the VR program helped …

This study looked at whether adding game elements like points, badges, and leaderboards can help university students in Taiwan increase their daily step count. 255 students were split into four groups to test different combinations of these features over 8 weeks. The goal was to …

This study tested whether using a digital incentive spirometry device (TryBreath) for 3 weeks could improve lung function and breathing muscle strength in 30 healthy adults aged 18 to 45. Participants used the device daily, and their lung function was measured before and after tr…

This study compared a board game to a standard lecture for teaching nurses about dengue. 106 nurses from 14 clinics in Indonesia played the game or attended a lecture for 90 minutes. Researchers measured their knowledge, attitudes, and confidence about dengue before and after. Th…