University Of Iowa

This study tested if a special worksheet could help people form better habits for taking new long-term medications for conditions like high blood pressure or depression. Researchers compared two groups: one received standard pharmacist counseling, and the other used a worksheet t…

This study tested different designs of custom carbon fiber ankle braces. The goal was to see if a brace could reduce stress on the ankle joint cartilage after a fracture, which might help prevent the development of painful arthritis later on. Researchers worked with 22 adults who…

This study tested whether physical therapy delivered through video calls (telerehabilitation) works as well as traditional in-person therapy for people recovering from shoulder replacement surgery. Researchers randomly assigned 93 patients to receive either video-based or in-pers…

This study tested whether two over-the-counter gels could make dentures more comfortable and secure for older adults. Researchers asked 67 denture wearers to try MI Paste (a calcium-rich paste) and Biotene Dry Mouth Gel under their dentures and report on comfort, fit, and dry mou…

This study tested how different designs of custom carbon fiber ankle braces affect the forces and stress on the ankle joint during movement. Nine healthy adults tried three different brace designs while researchers measured their movement, muscle activity, and comfort. The goal w…

This study aimed to find out which design for the top cuff of a carbon fiber leg brace is most comfortable and works best. Researchers tested four different cuff designs on 35 people, including those with ankle arthritis from past injuries and healthy individuals. They measured h…

This study created and tested a new measurement tool specifically for children with Charcot Marie Tooth (CMT) disease, a genetic nerve disorder. Researchers worked with 500 children and young adults (age 21 and under) who have CMT, having them perform tasks like walking, climbing…

This study aimed to understand how jawbone heals after a tooth is pulled and the socket is filled with a bone graft material. Researchers followed 39 adults who needed a dental implant, grafting their extraction sites and then placing implants at different times (3, 6, or 9 month…

This study aimed to understand the psychological reasons behind people's vaccine decisions to help design better vaccine promotion campaigns. Researchers surveyed 1,786 US adults online, asking about their vaccine history, attitudes, and over 20 different psychological traits lik…

This study aimed to better understand how COVID-19 symptoms develop and change throughout the day. Researchers enrolled 214 people who tested positive for COVID-19 and had them report their symptoms twice daily via text messages for ten days. The goal was to gather detailed infor…