Universiteit Antwerpen
Clinical trials sponsored by Universiteit Antwerpen, explained in plain language.
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Lithium and ECT combo may keep depression away longer
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether adding lithium to personalized maintenance ECT can help prevent depression relapse in people who already got better with ECT. 96 adults with major depression took part. The goal was to see if the combination keeps depression away longer than ECT alone…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Walking analysis sheds light on rare genetic disorders
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a special walking test (3D gait analysis) can help identify movement problems in people with rare genetic diseases like Tuberous Sclerosis and STXBP1. About 40 participants aged 6 and older who could walk without help took part. The goal was to see if…
Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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When to move after shoulder replacement? study tests best rehab timing
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 109 adults who had shoulder replacement surgery to see how different rehabilitation timings affect recovery. Some patients started moving their shoulder early with a simple sling, while others used a more restrictive sling for longer. Researchers measured pai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Tailored letters boost breast cancer screening in Hard-to-Reach women
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether sending a culturally and linguistically tailored reminder letter could increase breast cancer screening among women aged 50-69 who had never been screened before. About 8,000 women were split into two groups: one got the standard invitation only, the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Physio E-Learning aims to boost chronic pain care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study surveyed 330 physiotherapists in Belgium and the Netherlands about their knowledge and beliefs regarding chronic pain and physical activity. It also tested whether an e-learning module could improve their understanding. The goal is to help physiotherapists better suppo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universiteit Antwerpen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC