University Of Cadiz
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Cadiz, explained in plain language.
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Arginine drink may cut surgery complications in malnourished patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a high-protein drink with added arginine can reduce problems like infections and slow bowel movement after colorectal surgery. It included 44 adults who were malnourished or at risk of malnutrition before their operation. Participants received either …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cadiz • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Simple classes may keep seniors from becoming frail
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a special educational program designed to prevent and treat frailty in older adults living in the community. Researchers enrolled 235 people aged 65 and older who were already frail or at risk of becoming frail. The program aimed to teach healthy habits to help …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cadiz • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Can an AI app help MS patients get stronger at home?
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed study tested whether an artificial intelligence (AI) app could help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) improve their strength through home-based exercise. Fifty-eight adults with MS followed a 20-week strength training program, with one group using the AI app for …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cadiz • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:55 UTC
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Brain drain: walking and thinking at once trips up Parkinson's patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how leg muscles work in people with Parkinson's disease when they walk forward and backward while also doing a mental task. Researchers compared 30 Parkinson's patients to healthy people of similar age. The goal was to understand why multitasking while walkin…
Sponsor: University of Cadiz • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Simulation suits and digital lessons boost empathy in future nurses
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a mix of online lessons and hands-on simulation suits could help nursing students feel more empathy for people with Parkinson's disease. 84 third-year nursing students took part, with one group using special suits that mimic Parkinson's symptoms in a hom…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cadiz • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Sled training vs. sprints: which boosts runner performance more?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 80 runners to see if adding resisted sprint training with a sled (pulling a weight) improves running economy, speed, and biomechanics more than regular sprint training alone. Participants trained twice a week for eight weeks. The goal is to find better ways f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Cadiz • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Tiny gut bugs may hold clues to healthy aging
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis small, completed study looked at the link between gut bacteria and frailty in 14 older adults. Participants collected stool samples at home and took part in a 12-month healthy aging education program. The goal was to see if changes in gut microbes relate to physical function…
Sponsor: University of Cadiz • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC