Tarsus University
Clinical trials sponsored by Tarsus University, explained in plain language.
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VR glasses ease painful dialysis procedure
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether virtual reality could help reduce pain and distress during needle insertion for dialysis patients. Researchers gave half of the 52 participants VR glasses during their procedure while the other half received standard care. They measured pain, distress, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Desk job ache? study tests exercise and tape combo for relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding kinesio tape to a Pilates exercise program helps office workers with long-term neck pain. A small group of 30 participants were split into two groups: one did Pilates alone, and the other did Pilates plus had the special tape applied. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Movie magic calms Kids' medical fears
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether showing children a short video about what to expect could make them less scared and anxious before getting an endoscopy. Researchers worked with 90 children, aged 9 to 12, who were having the procedure for the first time. They compared kids who watched t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Virtual reality distraction tested to make insulin shots less scary for seniors
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using simple distraction tools could make insulin injections easier for older adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers compared virtual reality headsets and stress balls against usual care in 90 patients to see if they reduced pain and anxiety during sho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:30 UTC
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Yoga boosts happiness in schizophrenia patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a mindfulness-based yoga program could improve psychological well-being and happiness in people with schizophrenia. Ninety-one participants were randomly assigned to either a 6-week yoga program or regular care. Researchers measured changes in well-being…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:27 UTC
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VR goggles aim to calm nerves during prostate cancer test
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether wearing virtual reality goggles during a prostate biopsy could help reduce patient anxiety and improve comfort. Seventy men undergoing the procedure were randomly assigned to either wear VR goggles showing relaxing nature scenes or receive no special int…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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Can a simple video calm Kids' fears before a scary hospital procedure?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether showing a short educational video to children before a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy could make the experience less scary and painful. Researchers worked with 60 children, aged 7 to 12, who were having the procedure for the first time. They compared …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 20, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Screen time as medicine: cartoons and games soothe Kids' stitch fears
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether simple distractions like playing digital games or watching cartoons could help children feel less pain, fear, and anxiety while getting stitches in the emergency room. Researchers worked with 90 children aged 5 to 10, dividing them into groups that eithe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 19, 2026 14:56 UTC
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Ancient touch eases modern medical anxiety?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether applying acupressure (a type of massage on specific points) could help patients feel less pain and anxiety during a urodynamics test, which checks how the bladder works. 68 adult patients were randomly assigned to receive either acupressure or standard c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tarsus University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 06, 2026 15:38 UTC