Universidad De Zaragoza
Clinical trials sponsored by Universidad De Zaragoza, explained in plain language.
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Can meal timing help shift workers beat diabetes?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether three different low-calorie diets could improve blood sugar and body composition in 120 shift workers who are overweight and have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. Each diet had a different amount and timing of protein. The goal was to see which approac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to ease jumper's knee pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding a nerve-stimulating technique (ultrasound-guided percutaneous neuromodulation) to standard treatments (electrolysis and eccentric exercises) helps athletes with jumper's knee. 26 adults aged 18-50 who played sports at least 3 times a week and had …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a divided plate ease mealtime battles for kids with autism?
Symptom relief CompletedThis small pilot study tested a structured plate with separate compartments to help children aged 5 to 7 with autism and feeding difficulties eat more easily. Six children used the plate during school lunch three times a week for two months, guided by an occupational therapist. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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More arm practice may boost stroke recovery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether increasing the amount of arm training helps people who had a stroke regain arm function. Twenty stroke survivors were split into two groups: one did 3 hours of training per week for 4 weeks, the other did 10 hours per week. Both groups used a robotic arm…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New study tests 18-Month program to boost Seniors' quality of life
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an 18-month program combining physical, mental, and social activities could improve the lives of older adults. 187 people aged 60 and older (or 55+ with a health condition) from nursing homes and the community took part. The program aimed to boost qualit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Shocking new needle trick gets hockey players back on ice faster!
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a single session of ultrasound-guided percutaneous neuromodulation (a needle-based treatment) can help hockey players with mild adductor (groin) injuries. Eleven players with grade 0 injuries (muscle tightness, no tear) received the treatment. Researc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New needle therapy could ease CrossFit shoulder pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a treatment called ultrasound-guided percutaneous neuromodulation (PNM) in 42 CrossFit athletes with long-lasting shoulder pain of unknown cause. The treatment uses thin needles placed near nerves to deliver mild electrical stimulation. Researchers measured chan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:45 UTC
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Hip surgery may trigger back pain in some patients, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 618 people aged 18 to 70 who had hip replacement surgery to see if they developed new low back pain afterward. Researchers tracked how many patients experienced their first episode of low back pain after the procedure. The goal was simply to observe and measu…
Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Which nerve zap boosts grip strength more? new study compares two techniques.
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested two different ultrasound-guided nerve stimulation protocols on 86 healthy adults to see which better improves handgrip strength. Participants received a single session of either high-frequency (100 Hz) or low-frequency (10 Hz) stimulation to the median nerve. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Zaragoza • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC