University Of Bath
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Bath, explained in plain language.
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Custom knee surgery aims for better alignment in osteoarthritis patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized surgical guide (TOKA) helps surgeons correct knee alignment more accurately than standard tools. 56 adults with medial knee osteoarthritis took part. The goal was to see if the custom approach leads to better bone alignment after surgery, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Bath • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Zap away knots: electric pulses may soothe muscle pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) combined with stretching can reduce pain from myofascial trigger points (muscle knots) in the upper back. 65 working adults with this condition received several treatments in one visit, including EMS, stretching, and p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Bath • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Ketone pills vs. keto diet: which lowers disease risk better?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether raising ketone levels—either through a ketogenic diet or a ketone supplement—can improve markers of obesity-related disease risk in overweight adults. Sixty-nine participants followed either a keto diet or took a ketone drink for four weeks. Researchers …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Bath • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Fruit drink blood sugar test: which juice spikes glucose?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how different fruit juices and smoothies affect blood sugar levels in 11 healthy adults. Researchers compared finger-prick tests with continuous glucose monitors to see which method gives more accurate results. The goal was to learn how drink ingredients and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Bath • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Fasting for 24 hours: surprising effects on blood sugar and fats revealed
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a single day of either complete fasting or eating very few carbs changes the way healthy adults process sugar and fats after their next meal. Sixteen participants tried all three eating patterns in random order. Researchers measured blood sugar, fats, and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Bath • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC