University Of Louisville

This study tested two different bone graft putties used to preserve the jawbone after a tooth is removed. Thirty adults who needed a tooth pulled and planned to get a dental implant later took part. After 4 months, the researchers measured changes in bone width, height, and soft …

This study tested a virtual program called FED-F for people with anorexia nervosa who recently completed intensive treatment. The program helps participants face fears about food, weight gain, body sensations, and social situations to prevent relapse. 70 adults took part, and the…

This study tested whether taking carnosine, a natural supplement found in muscle and brain, can protect people from the harmful effects of air pollution. Researchers measured markers of oxidative stress and heart function in 299 adults living in the Louisville area. The goal was …

This study tested a self-guided mobile app for women with disordered eating. Twenty women used the app to track their eating habits and received personalized tips. The goal was to see if the app could help reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression, and improve quality of life. …

This study tested a new personalized treatment for eating disorders, called Network-Informed Personalized Treatment (NA-PT), against the current best therapy (CBT-E). 80 adults with eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia took part. The goal was to see if tailoring treatment to…

This study looked at how spinal cord epidural stimulation affects bladder, bowel, and blood pressure control in 61 people with spinal cord injury. Researchers monitored participants in a lab and at home to understand autonomic dysreflexia and test stimulation as a therapy. The go…

This small study tested a type of talk therapy (RFCBT) that helps people break the cycle of repetitive negative thinking, called rumination. Researchers wanted to see if reducing rumination could also lower depressive symptoms and blood pressure in 9 low-income adults. The goal w…