University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Abdominal muscle surgery offers new hope for bladder emptying problems
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a surgery that uses a piece of the patient's own abdominal muscle to help the bladder squeeze and empty. It is for people whose bladder does not contract well on its own, often due to spinal cord injury or other causes. The goal is to improve bladder function and…
Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:54 UTC
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New study aims to help people with disabilities suffering from uncontrollable movements
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called deutetrabenazine for tardive dyskinesia (uncontrollable movements) in 25 adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and psychiatric or behavioral disorders. Participants will take the medication for 24 weeks to see if it reduces movement pr…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:04 UTC
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AI could spot hidden mental health struggles in the ER
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether artificial intelligence (AI) can identify signs of depression and anxiety in emergency department patients by analyzing their facial expressions and tone of voice. Researchers will record 30 adult patients answering simple questions and use a computer …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Stretch breaks could save surgeons from chronic pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether teaching better body mechanics, taking short stretch breaks during surgery, and doing a quick pre-surgery planning session can reduce muscle pain in OBGYN doctors and trainees. About 50 participants will report their pain levels and how it affects thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:06 UTC
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Hands-On healing: new study tests OMT for frozen shoulder relief
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) — a non-invasive, hands-on therapy — to standard care helps people with frozen shoulder recover faster and feel more satisfied. About 300 adults who have not yet been treated for frozen shoulder will be assi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Could a higher dose of an Alzheimer's drug boost thinking skills in down syndrome?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial will test whether higher-than-standard doses of memantine, a drug already approved for Alzheimer's, are safe and tolerable in 25 adolescents and young adults with Down syndrome. The study also looks for early signs that the drug might improve memory and thi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:18 UTC