University Institute Of Maia
Clinical trials sponsored by University Institute Of Maia, explained in plain language.
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Handball therapy: a playful path to better walking for seniors with leg artery disease
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 24-week recreational team handball program can improve walking ability and overall health in 60 men aged 60-80 with peripheral artery disease (PAD) and leg pain when walking. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the handball program or usual…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Institute of Maia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:08 UTC
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Which jump metric is best? new study aims to settle the debate
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares two methods for measuring how well people jump: the Reactive Strength Index (RSI) and the Dynamic Rebound Index (DRI). Fifty physically active adults will perform drop jumps from different heights. The goal is to see which index gives a clearer picture of perf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Institute of Maia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Elastic band Warm-Up may give female footballers an edge
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether adding elastic band exercises to a standard warm-up can improve sprinting and jumping in highly trained female football players. Twenty-two players will try three different warm-up routines on separate days, and their performance will be measured right…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Institute of Maia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 11:56 UTC