Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

This study tests whether a natural supplement called geranylgeraniol (from annatto seeds) can reduce muscle pain, weakness, and cramps caused by cholesterol-lowering statins. About 95 adults aged 40 and older who have muscle symptoms from statins will take the supplement for 3 mo…

This study tests whether a single dose of ketamine given during surgery can reduce pain, lower the need for opioids, and improve depression and PTSD symptoms in adults with serious orthopedic trauma. About 90 participants will be randomly assigned to receive ketamine or standard …

This pilot study tests whether a combination of two natural compounds, L-theanine and paraxanthine, can temporarily improve attention, self-control, and thinking in adults with ADHD or autism. About 24 participants will take the supplement or a placebo and then complete brain sca…

This study tests whether using a blood flow restriction (BFR) cuff during physical therapy helps people recover better after ankle ligament reconstruction surgery. About 105 adults will either get standard physical therapy or therapy with the BFR cuff for at least 6 weeks. Resear…

This study tests whether a single session of ultrasound-guided dry needling can safely ease headaches. Researchers will use real-time ultrasound to precisely target a deep neck muscle and avoid nearby nerves and blood vessels. 50 adults who have had a headache in the past 6 month…

This study is creating a database to learn more about vaginal conditions like vulvodynia, yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis, and preterm labor. Researchers will look at proteins, immune markers, and bacteria in the vagina to find patterns. The goal is to better understand wha…

This study tests whether taking curcumin (a compound in turmeric) for two weeks can cross into the brain and attach to amyloid-beta proteins, which are linked to Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will use eye imaging to see if these proteins become visible, and also check how curc…