University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

This study compares two surgical options for people with large, irreparable rotator cuff tears that cannot be fully repaired. One group gets a partial repair alone, the other gets a partial repair plus an extra procedure called superior capsule reconstruction. Researchers will me…

This study aims to see if using a home blood pressure monitor can accurately diagnose high blood pressure in African American teenagers, a group at higher risk. Currently, diagnosis requires multiple doctor visits, which is inconvenient and can be inaccurate. Researchers will com…

This study tests an AI tool that reads chest X-rays to find lung nodules, which can be a sign of lung cancer. About 46,000 chest X-rays will be analyzed by both the AI and radiologists to see how well the AI performs. The goal is to see if AI can help speed up and improve detecti…

This study is testing a numbing injection (erector spinae plane block) given before lumbar spine fusion surgery. The goal is to see how well it spreads, how much area it numbs, and how effectively it reduces pain and the need for painkillers after surgery. About 32 adults aged 21…

This study tests a program that teaches people with epilepsy how to use rescue medication to manage repeated seizures. Researchers will work with patients, caregivers, and doctors to create the program, then test it in 30 adults over 6 months. The goal is to reduce seizures and i…

This study tests whether adding acupuncture to standard behavioral changes (like diet and bladder training) can better relieve bladder pain in women with interstitial cystitis. About 34 women who have not had prior treatments will be split into two groups: one doing only behavior…

This study looks at whether a digital health platform called Band Connect helps people follow their home exercise program after shoulder replacement or rotator cuff repair. About 500 adults aged 18 to 89 will use the platform, and researchers will track how many exercises they co…

This study tests a wearable sensor that measures muscle oxygen levels in high school and college athletes recovering from ACL or hip surgery. Researchers want to see if the sensor can give better data on when an athlete is ready to safely return to play. About 226 participants ag…

This study compares two types of artificial heart valves used in a procedure called TAVR for people with aortic stenosis (a narrowed heart valve). Researchers will use exercise MRI scans to see which valve works better during physical activity. About 90 adults who are already sch…

This study looks at whether a 'teach-back' education method helps people who had surgery for broken bones remember important details about their injury and treatment. About 216 participants will either receive this extra education or standard care. Researchers will measure how mu…

This study uses eye-tracking technology to measure how people with bipolar disorder pay attention, respond to rewards, and control their thoughts. Researchers will compare five groups of adults, including those with bipolar disorder alone or with anxiety or substance use issues. …