University Of Kentucky
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Kentucky, explained in plain language.
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Could cannabis ease opioid withdrawal? new study aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether cannabis can reduce the severity of opioid withdrawal and make opioid use safer. One hundred adults with opioid use disorder will live in a hospital for about six weeks. Researchers will give them cannabis and a small dose of opioids to see how their …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Kentucky • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Needles vs. night sweats: acupuncture trial targets hot flashes in prostate cancer patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether acupuncture can reduce hot flashes in 40 men with prostate cancer who are on hormone therapy. Hot flashes are a common side effect that can disrupt sleep and daily life. Participants will receive real or sham acupuncture, and researchers will track change…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Kentucky • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC