Universidad De Granada
Clinical trials sponsored by Universidad De Granada, explained in plain language.
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Prepping the body and mind before colon cancer surgery may cut recovery risks
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether a program of exercise, nutrition advice, and psychological support—started four weeks before surgery and continued afterward—can reduce complications in people having colon cancer surgery. Participants are adults over 40 with non-metastatic colon cancer w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Chewing your way to a healthier brain?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether restoring proper chewing function through dental implants or braces could improve cognitive health in adults. Researchers enrolled 150 people with missing teeth or misaligned bites. They measured changes in brain activity, thinking skills, and mood. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Blood-derived gel may help preserve jawbone after tooth removal
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a gel made from a patient's own blood (PRGF) can help preserve bone after a tooth extraction, compared to a standard cow-bone graft. Thirty adults who needed a tooth pulled and later a dental implant took part. Researchers measured bone changes with CT s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Cutting red meat from mediterranean diet may slash cholesterol
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a Mediterranean diet that removes red and processed meat can lower LDL cholesterol and other heart disease risk factors. 157 adults with high cholesterol were assigned to either the special diet or standard heart-health advice for 8 weeks. Researchers me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Timing your meals and exercise may shrink fatty liver
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether eating only during a set window each day (time-restricted eating) combined with supervised exercise can reduce fat in the liver and improve heart health in adults with obesity. 187 people took part. The goal was to see if the combination works better …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Exercise in pregnancy shows promise for overweight moms
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a supervised exercise program (3 times a week) could improve health for overweight pregnant women and their newborns. 140 women were randomly assigned to either the exercise group or a usual-care group. Researchers measured things like weight gain, bl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Spray vs. scrape: which gum cleaning method heals better?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two deep-cleaning methods for gum disease (periodontitis) in 36 adults: a water-and-powder spray (Airflow®) and traditional hand scraping. Researchers measured gum bleeding, pocket depth, and signs of inflammation in mouth fluid to see which method causes less t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Virtual reality workouts show promise for chronic back pain relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether combining virtual reality with high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help people with chronic low back pain. 52 adults took part. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce pain, fear of movement, and improve motivation. The study compare…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Sound therapy shows promise for fibromyalgia distress
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether different types of sounds (natural, city, broadband, or silence) can help improve mood, stress, and anxiety in people with fibromyalgia. 72 adults with fibromyalgia listened to each sound for 20 minutes during four weekly visits. Researchers measured cha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Virtual reality and brain training show promise for back pain relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new approach for chronic low back pain that combines a one-hour pain education session, 30 minutes of virtual reality exercise, and standard therapeutic exercise. Forty adults with chronic low back pain participated. The goal was to see if this combination cou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New rehab program tackles long COVID fatigue
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a rehabilitation program to help adults with Post-COVID-19 syndrome who suffer from ongoing fatigue. 54 participants completed the program, which aimed to reduce tiredness and improve daily life. The study measured fatigue using several scales to see if the reha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Exercise before chemo may shield heart in breast cancer patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a tailored exercise program, done either before or during standard breast cancer treatment, could reduce side effects like heart damage and muscle loss. One hundred women with early-stage breast cancer participated. The goal was to see if exercising b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Simple exercise program may shield breast cancer patients from nerve damage
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a program of therapeutic exercise and relaxation techniques (called ATENTO) could prevent nerve damage (neurotoxicity) in women newly diagnosed with breast cancer. 42 women were split into two groups: one started the program before cancer treatment, the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Sounds of nature may soothe fibromyalgia pain, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether different types of sounds—like birdsong, traffic noise, or white noise—can reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia, a condition causing widespread pain. 88 adults with fibromyalgia listened to four different sound environments for 20 minutes each, one we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Spa showdown: hammam baths beat massage for stress relief?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a traditional Hammam bath experience (warm/cold pools, sauna, and aromatic oil massage) improves general health and perceived well-being more than a regular massage or a placebo. Twenty-two healthy adults with chronic stress participated. Researchers mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Rest periods in strength training: do they boost performance in fighters?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 28 amateur striking combat athletes (boxing, kickboxing, karate) who did a 6-week strength program. One group did all reps in a row, the other took short rests between reps. Researchers measured jump height, throw distance, and lifting speed to see which meth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Tiny study hopes to unlock bone healing genes in dental grafts
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how genes involved in bone regeneration behave when a common bone graft material is used alone or combined with hyaluronic acid and polynucleotides. Five people needing sinus lifts for dental implants participated. Researchers analyzed gene activity…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Which ACL graft gets footballers back on the field faster?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 54 young male football players who had ACL surgery using either a quadriceps tendon graft or a semitendinosus tendon graft. The goal was to see which method leads to better leg strength and a higher rate of returning to sports within two years. The results he…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Fasted exercise: boon or bust for brain and body?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how doing high-intensity exercise while fasting for 24-34 hours changes energy use and thinking skills in 25 healthy adults. Participants either rested or exercised during the fast, and researchers measured things like breathing, blood sugar, and cognitive te…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC