University Of Calgary

This study tests whether a newer drug, Vernakalant, works better than the standard Amiodarone for treating atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) that often occurs after heart surgery. About 50 adults who recently had heart surgery will receive one of the two drugs. The main g…

This study looks at how to best give muscle relaxants to patients with severe lung failure (ARDS) who are on a breathing machine. It compares giving the drug as a steady drip versus as separate shots. The goal is to see which method is safer and works better, and to plan a larger…

This study tests a program called Moxie that sends weekly mail and a mobile app to help people with chronic heart, kidney, or diabetes conditions manage their health after a hospital stay. The goal is to see if it reduces the chance of going back to the hospital. About 9000 adult…

This study tests whether specially designed viruses (bacteriophages) can eliminate a persistent bacterial infection in a hip replacement joint. One adult who has failed all standard surgeries and antibiotics will receive the viruses directly into the joint and through an IV for t…

This study will test if a microwave imaging device can detect breast implants in 10 women who have had implants for at least 6 months. Researchers want to see if the scanner can create clear images of the implants and compare the left and right breasts. The goal is to explore a s…

This study looks at whether a genetic test called Thyroid GuidePx® can help doctors and patients with papillary thyroid cancer make better treatment choices. About 85 adults with early-stage thyroid cancer will take the test before surgery. Researchers will see if the test result…

This pilot study tests whether rapid analysis of the airway microbiome can guide inhaled antibiotics to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in ICU patients. 70 adults on ventilators will receive either microbiome-guided inhaled antibiotics or a placebo for up to 5 days.…

This study tests whether injecting a long-acting numbing medicine (bupivacaine) through chest tubes can safely reduce pain and lower the need for strong painkillers after heart bypass surgery. Sixty adults will receive either the numbing medicine or a saltwater placebo whenever t…

This study tests whether a 12-week program of hamstring strengthening exercises can reduce knee looseness and pain in people with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) or hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD). Twenty participants will attend two supervised exercise classes p…

This study tests whether a single dose of psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) combined with talk therapy can reduce PTSD symptoms in adults who have survived intimate partner violence. 76 participants will receive either a high or low dose and complete weekly th…

This study tests a pain-relief method called cryoneurolysis, which uses cold to temporarily freeze nerves, for people waiting months for hip or knee replacement surgery. The goal is to reduce pain and the need for opioid painkillers, which can be risky if used long-term. Research…

This pilot study tests whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is safe and helpful for depression and fatigue in adults with multiple sclerosis (MS). About 20 participants will receive daily rTMS sessions for 5 days, with assessments before, after, and at a 4-…

This pilot study tests a non-invasive ear stimulation device (aVNT) in 30 people with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). The goal is to see if it can reduce rapid heart rate upon standing, improve blood flow to the brain, and ease other symptoms like brain fog and …

This study tests whether low dose naltrexone (LDN) can reduce fatigue in people with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Eighty participants will receive either LDN or a placebo for 4 months. The goal is to see if LDN improves fatigue and quality of life.

This study tests whether a 12-week program of pelvic floor exercises, extra health information, and mental health support before prostate surgery can help men recover faster and reduce short-term urine leakage. Forty men with enlarged prostates will be split into two groups: one …

This small pilot study will test whether a special gel called CO2Lift can reduce wound breakdown after breast reduction surgery. Ten women will have the gel applied to one breast and a placebo to the other, and researchers will track healing for 12 weeks. The main goal is to see …

This pilot study tests a new, non-drug treatment for vestibular migraine, a condition causing repeated dizziness and headaches. Fifty adults will receive either real or sham electrical stimulation behind the ears over six sessions. The main goal is to see if the treatment is safe…

This study will track 750 adults with prediabetes who are scheduled for non-cardiac surgery. Researchers will measure their blood sugar levels before, during, and after surgery to see how often high blood sugar occurs. They will also check if high blood sugar is linked to more co…

This study looks at whether a new province-wide electronic health record system (called Connect Care) improves outcomes for adults with chronic diseases like diabetes, heart failure, or kidney disease. Researchers will compare hospital readmission and death rates before and after…

This study looks at how to improve the quality of ECG recordings taken during a cardiac MRI. The magnetic field can distort the heart's electrical signals, making it harder to monitor patients safely. Researchers will test ways to reduce these distortions in 2,500 adults referred…

This study looks at how different amounts of oral THC (the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis) affect mood, heart rate, and drug feelings in healthy adults who have used cannabis before. Participants will take either a low, medium, or high dose of THC or a placebo during fo…

This observational study looks at whether some teenage girls with depression are especially sensitive to natural changes in estrogen and progesterone. About 94 participants will track their hormone levels daily at home and answer mental health surveys for 90 days. The goal is to …

This study looks at whether waiting until day 3 after a stroke to start physical therapy is better for patients with a persistent blocked artery. Researchers will test if this delayed approach is feasible and if it helps prevent further brain damage. The study involves 50 adults …