University Of Calgary

This study tested whether giving adults with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity a small weekly incentive ($10.50 per household member) to buy healthy foods could improve their blood sugar control. 597 participants were randomly assigned to receive either the food incentive plus …

This pilot study tested a goal-directed therapy system that uses a special monitor and algorithm to predict low blood pressure in 100 adults after heart surgery. The device helped guide doctors on when to give fluids or medications to keep blood pressure stable. The goal was to s…

This study tested whether getting a sleep doctor appointment within one month helps people with obstructive sleep apnea use their CPAP machine more regularly. About 100 adults participated. The goal was to see if faster care leads to better treatment adherence and improved sleepi…

This completed trial tested whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS with intensive rehabilitation can improve hand function in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy caused by perinatal stroke. 89 children participated, and the study measured changes i…

This completed trial tested whether sharing updated guidelines for diagnosing slow labor could reduce the number of C-sections in first-time mothers. Over 88,000 women at hospitals in Alberta took part. The goal was to lower C-section rates without increasing risks for mothers or…

This study tested whether ketotifen, an allergy medicine, can prevent elbow stiffness after a fracture or dislocation. 395 adults took either a low or high dose of ketotifen or a placebo pill twice daily for 6 weeks. The main goal was to see if the drug improved elbow range of mo…

This study tested three different treatment approaches for teens aged 13-19 who had a concussion within the past three weeks and were still experiencing moderate to severe symptoms like headaches, dizziness, and neck pain. The goal was to see if early, symptom-specific treatments…

This pilot study tested whether a 12-week exercise program designed for Punjabi-speaking South Asian cancer patients and their support persons is practical and well-liked. Twelve participants did twice-weekly exercise sessions and filled out questionnaires. The goal was to see if…

This study looked at whether lying face down (prone positioning) helps hospitalized COVID-19 patients who have low oxygen levels but are not candidates for breathing machines. About 596 adults took part. The goal was to see if this simple position change could lower the chance of…

This study tested whether a synbiotic (a mix of probiotics and prebiotics) could 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…

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 make therapy easie…

This study looked at whether a larger trial on self-scar massage for women after childbirth is possible. 14 new mothers with healed episiotomy or perineal tears were asked to massage their scar tissue at home for 6 weeks. The goal was to see if women would stick with the routine …

This study tested how well everyday people can use three different choking rescue methods: abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver), the LifeVac device, and the Dechoker device. 132 adults watched short training videos and then tried each technique on a choking mannequin. Researcher…

This study used ultrasound to measure stomach contents in 94 patients before surgery, comparing those on semaglutide (a GLP-1 drug for diabetes/weight loss) to those not taking it. The goal was to see if semaglutide increases the risk of a 'full stomach' despite following fasting…

This completed study looked at how re-irradiation affects the quality of life and symptoms of 20 children with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) or recurrent brain tumors, as well as their caregivers. Researchers used surveys to track physical, emotional, and social well-be…

This study looked at whether using a bladder catheter during planned C-sections is necessary. 60 women were randomly assigned to either have a catheter or not. Researchers measured how long it took to recover and go home, how soon they could walk, and rates of urinary tract infec…

This study tested whether a theory-based motivational letter mailed six months in advance could increase attendance at a one-year post-cardiac rehabilitation check-up. Researchers compared 102 adults who received the letter to those who got usual care. The goal was to see if a si…

This study tested whether a video-based mobile app can help people learn to use walking aids like walkers, crutches, or canes. Fifteen current or future walking aid users tried the app and researchers measured their balance confidence and skill. The goal was to see if the app wor…

This pilot study looked at whether giving donor human milk instead of formula to full-term babies whose mothers received antibiotics during labor could improve their gut bacteria and health. The study included 105 infants born vaginally at full term. Researchers compared the babi…

This study looked at whether giving low-income families in British Columbia more money to spend at farmers' markets helps them eat healthier and worry less about having enough food. About 276 parents and their children were split into three groups, each receiving different amount…

This completed study tested a low-power microwave imaging system on 50 healthy women aged 18-74. The goal was to see if the electrical properties of breast tissue match up with breast density seen on mammograms. Each participant had both breasts scanned six times. The results cou…