Tri-service General Hospital

This study tested whether a calcium-based spray could help reduce the risk of cavities in young children. Fifteen children with early signs of tooth decay used either a placebo, a calcium spray, or a calcium spray with fluoride for two months. Researchers measured changes in sali…

This study tested whether tadalafil, a drug often used for erectile dysfunction, can prevent nerve damage caused by docetaxel chemotherapy in men with metastatic prostate cancer. About 90 participants took either tadalafil every two days or standard care during their chemo. The g…

This study tested whether adding vibration therapy to standard rehab helps stroke patients improve leg strength, daily function, and emotional well-being. 115 hospitalized stroke patients were randomly assigned to receive either standard care alone, stationary cycling, or cycling…

This study tested if injecting hyaluronic acid into the shoulder joint can help people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). 46 adults in the frozen phase received three weekly shots. Researchers measured shoulder movement and pain/disability using a questionnaire over 26 w…

This study tested whether an injection of a lab-made protein (rhFGF1) can help people with carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition that causes pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand. Twenty-four adults with mild to moderate carpal tunnel received the injection and were followed for…

This study tested a 12-week exercise program using a smart rehabilitation system in 42 elderly residents of long-term care facilities who had sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). The program aimed to improve muscle strength, joint movement, thinking skills, daily activities, qua…

This study tested whether a 12-week exercise program done at home via video calls could help people with long COVID. 120 adults aged 20-80 took part. The program aimed to reduce symptoms like fatigue and brain fog, improve fitness, and boost quality of life.

This study looked at 61 night workers to understand how their sleep patterns relate to attention and heart rate variability. Participants took melatonin or ramelteon to see if these supplements could improve sleep quality and reduce depression symptoms. The goal was to find bette…

This study looked at whether adding ultrasound-guided hyaluronic acid injections to a standard rehabilitation program helps people with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis). Sixty adults were split into two groups: one got three weekly injections plus six weeks of rehab, the oth…

This study looked at whether vibration training can improve leg muscle strength, daily function, and mood in people who recently had a stroke. 148 patients took part. The goal was to see if this simple therapy could help them recover better after a stroke.

This study looked at whether a traditional Chinese mind-body exercise called Dao-yin can improve sleep, quality of life, and overall well-being in breast cancer patients who had surgery and are receiving chemotherapy. About 150 women participated, with some doing daily 20-minute …

This study looked at whether giving a small amount of remifentanil right after breast surgery could prevent opioid-induced hyperalgesia—a condition where opioids actually make pain worse. 41 women with breast cancer having breast surgery under total intravenous anesthesia partici…