Universiteit Antwerpen
Clinical trials sponsored by Universiteit Antwerpen, explained in plain language.
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Scientists test new way to track walking issues in rare genetic disorders
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a method for measuring walking problems, originally developed for Dravet syndrome, could also work for people with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex or STXBP1-related epilepsy. Researchers analyzed the walking patterns of 41 participants aged 6 and older using …
Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 05:06 UTC
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Shoulder surgery secrets revealed: what really helps you heal?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 109 adults who had shoulder replacement surgery to find out which factors before, during, and after the operation influence their recovery. Researchers measured pain, shoulder function, and quality of life using standard questionnaires and physical tests. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Tailored letters boost breast cancer screening in underserved women
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a culturally and linguistically tailored reminder letter could increase breast cancer screening among women aged 50-69 who had never attended screening before. Nearly 8,000 women were split into two groups: one received the standard invitation only, the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:41 UTC
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Physio perspective study: what do therapists really know about chronic pain?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at what physiotherapists in Belgium and the Netherlands know and believe about chronic pain, especially in cancer survivors and people with low back pain. About 330 therapists filled out surveys and some took an online course to see if it changed their knowledge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:21 UTC