Universidade Do Porto

This study looks at whether 10 weeks of regular exercise (on land or in water) can lower blood sugar and blood pressure in people aged 60 and older who have several health conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis. 63 volunteers will be split into two exercise …

This study tests a new school program called SUN (Stand Up Now Against Sexual Violence) for high school students in Portugal. The program uses group discussions and skill-building exercises to teach teens about consent, empathy, and how to safely step in when they see a risky sit…

This study tests two types of exercise for people with a common knee condition called patellofemoral pain. One group does neuromuscular control exercises (like balance and coordination), the other does muscle strengthening. Researchers will measure pain, function, and movement in…

This study tests a patch made from pig collagen (Derma OsteoBiol®) to thicken gum tissue around dental implants. Fifteen adults will receive the treatment, and researchers will measure gum thickness changes and track pain and quality of life over one year. The goal is to see if t…

This study tests whether a 20-week program combining Pilates with mentally engaging tasks can improve balance, trunk strength, and thinking skills in healthy adults aged 60 and older. Participants will do two 60-minute sessions per week. The goal is to see if this low-cost, easy-…

This study looks at whether a twice-weekly ballroom dance program for 6 months can improve physical fitness, mood, and quality of life in adults aged 50 and older. About 110 healthy volunteers will be assigned to dance, multicomponent exercise, or no intervention. Researchers wil…

This study looks at whether the Lighthouse Parenting Programme, a 20-week group course that helps caregivers better understand their own and their child's feelings, is practical and well-received by families involved with Child Protection Services. About 60 caregivers will either…

This study aims to make it easier and more accurate to detect tiny blood clots (microemboli) in the brain, which are strong predictors of future strokes. Researchers will have experts analyze 850 recordings of brain blood flow signals to develop a standard way to identify these c…