University Of Calgary

This study tested a new treatment for children with hand weakness caused by a stroke around birth. The treatment combines a gentle brain stimulation technique with intensive therapy to help improve use of the affected hand. 89 children took part, and the study measured changes in…

This study looked at whether treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) earlier helps people stick with their breathing machine (PAP) therapy. About 100 adults with OSA were split into two groups: one got faster care, the other usual care. The main goal was to see how many hours per …

This study tested whether giving adults with type 2 diabetes who can't afford healthy food a special prescription for free or discounted groceries helps lower their blood sugar. About 600 people took part. The program aimed to make healthy eating easier and improve diabetes manag…

This study tested whether ketotifen, an allergy medication, can prevent elbow stiffness after a fracture or dislocation. 395 adults took either a low or high dose of ketotifen or a placebo twice daily for 6 weeks. The main goal was to measure elbow range of motion 12 weeks after …

This study tested whether a synbiotic (a mix of probiotics and prebiotics) can improve endurance in trained cyclists. 22 adults who cycled at least 3 hours per week took either the supplement or a placebo for several weeks, then completed a 20km time trial. Researchers measured c…

This study tested a home-based therapy program for infants and toddlers with cerebral palsy, where parents delivered daily exercises guided by a therapist. Twenty children aged 3 to 24 months participated over 18 weeks. The goal was to improve hand function and caregiver satisfac…

This study looked at whether lying face down (prone positioning) helps hospitalized COVID-19 patients who have low oxygen levels but are not able to use a breathing machine. About 600 adults took part. The goal was to see if this simple position change could lower the chance of d…

This pilot study tested whether a larger study on self-scar massage for postpartum pelvic health is possible. Fourteen women who had a vaginal tear or episiotomy within the past year were asked to perform self-massage on their scar tissue for 6 weeks. The goal was to see if women…

This study looked at whether giving donor human milk instead of formula to full-term babies whose mothers received antibiotics during labor could help their gut bacteria grow in a healthier way. About 105 babies and their mothers took part. The goal was to see if donor milk leads…

This study tested whether a special computer tool (the Hypotension Prediction Index) could help doctors give better care to 100 adults after heart surgery. The tool predicts when a patient's blood pressure might drop, so doctors can act early. The goal was to see if this approach…

This study tested whether a video-based app can improve balance confidence and skills in people who use walkers, crutches, or canes. Fifteen participants either used the walking aid app or a sham app teaching general health skills. Researchers compared confidence and clinical out…

This study tested whether a specially written motivational letter could encourage people who finished a 12-week heart rehab program to attend their one-year follow-up appointment. 102 adults took part; some received the letter about six months before their checkup, while others g…

This study looked at whether using a bladder catheter during planned C-sections is necessary. 60 women were randomly assigned to have a catheter or not. Researchers measured recovery time, how soon they could walk, urinary infections, and satisfaction. The goal is to see if skipp…

This study tested how well everyday people can use three different choking rescue methods: abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver), LifeVac, and Dechoker. Over 130 adults watched a short video and then tried each method on a mannequin. The goal was to see which technique cleared th…

This study looked at whether giving low-income families in British Columbia more money to spend at farmers' markets helps them eat better and feel more food secure. About 276 parents and their children were split into three groups, receiving either the usual $27 per week or highe…

This study looked at whether people taking semaglutide (a GLP-1 drug for diabetes or weight loss) have more food or liquid left in their stomach before surgery, even after following fasting rules. Researchers used ultrasound to measure stomach contents in 94 patients. The goal wa…

This study looked at how re-irradiation affects the quality of life and symptoms of children with DIPG or recurrent brain tumors, as well as their caregivers. Researchers followed 20 children and their families, using surveys to measure well-being before and after treatment. The …

This study tested whether teaching hospitals new guidelines for diagnosing slow labor could reduce the number of C-sections in first-time mothers. Over 88,000 women at full-term with a single baby in head-down position took part across Alberta. The goal was to lower C-section rat…

This study looked at 50 healthy women aged 18 to 74 to see if the electrical properties of breast tissue are linked to breast density seen on mammograms. Each participant had both breasts scanned six times with a low-powered microwave imaging system. The goal is to gather knowled…