University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Clinical trials sponsored by University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, explained in plain language.
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Could your own stem cells fix your knee pain? new trial investigates
Disease control OngoingThis study tests the safety of injecting a person's own bone marrow stem cells into the knee to treat osteoarthritis and cartilage injuries. Sixteen adults (ages 18-60) with knee arthritis or a cartilage defect will receive one injection and be followed for two years. The goal is…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:54 UTC
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New bone surgery could help save legs from amputation
Disease control TerminatedThis study tests a new surgery called transverse tibial bone transport for people with severe leg circulation problems who have no other treatment options besides amputation. The procedure aims to grow new blood vessels to improve blood flow and help wounds heal. The study was wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Surgery showdown: which fix for uterine prolapse wins?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares two common surgeries for uterine prolapse (when the uterus drops down) to find out which one patients prefer and which has fewer side effects. About 300 women aged 18 to 80 who need surgery will take part. The goal is to help doctors and patients choose the be…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:49 UTC
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Hands-On therapy aims to unlock easier breathing for asthma patients
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study was designed to test whether Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) — a hands-on technique to improve chest movement — can reduce lung inflammation and improve breathing in adults with asthma. Researchers planned to enroll about 100 participants and measure changes i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:02 UTC
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Magnesium may ease pain after hip surgery
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether giving magnesium through an IV during hip surgery can lower pain and the need for strong painkillers after the operation. About 50 adults having a specific type of hip surgery are taking part. Researchers will measure pain levels and medication use to …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:54 UTC
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Ketamine study for endometriosis pain pulled before it started
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if adding ketamine to standard anesthesia during endometriosis surgery could lower pain afterward. It planned to enroll adults having outpatient laparoscopy for endometriosis and compare pain scores between those who got ketamine and those who did not. How…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 09, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Botox during prostate surgery: a promising combo that never got tested
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study aimed to see if giving Botox injections into the bladder at the same time as prostate surgery (HoLEP) could help men with enlarged prostate and overactive bladder feel better faster. It planned to compare symptom relief in two groups: one getting both treatments togeth…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New online toolkit aims to ease financial and insurance burdens for young adults with type 1 diabetes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing a special online toolkit called iHERO for young adults aged 18-30 with type 1 diabetes. The toolkit provides information and tools to help with health insurance and financial stress. Researchers want to see if using the toolkit improves diabetes self-managem…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:54 UTC